How To Fix APBAPI053 - Position &1: 'Role in hierarchy' field can only be set/changed online

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: APBAPI - Messages for IM BAPIs

• Message number: 053

• Message text: Position &1: 'Role in hierarchy' field can only be set/changed online

What causes this issue?

You tried to set or change the 'Role in hierarchy' field for program
position &V1& of investment program &V2&/&V3& using a BAPI.
However, this field is not allowed to be set or changed during
processing of program positions by BAPIs.

System Response

The 'Role in hierarchy' field is not set or changed.

How to fix this error?

Set or change the 'Role in hierarchy' field, if necessary, using the
online master data maintenance transaction for investment program
positions.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message APBAPI053 - Position &1: 'Role in hierarchy' field can only be set/changed online ?

  The SAP error message APBAPI053 indicates that there is an issue with the "Role in hierarchy" field for a specific position in the system. This error typically arises when there is an attempt to set or change the "Role in hierarchy" field in a way that is not permitted by the system's configuration or the current transaction context.
  Cause:
  
  Transaction Context: The error usually occurs when you are trying to change the "Role in hierarchy" field in a batch mode or through a background job, which is not allowed. This field can only be modified in an online session.
  User Permissions: The user may not have the necessary permissions to make changes to the "Role in hierarchy" field.
  System Configuration: The system may be configured in such a way that certain fields can only be modified under specific conditions or in specific transactions.
  
  Solution:
  
  Change in Online Mode: Ensure that you are making the changes in an online session. If you are using a batch job or a background process, switch to an online transaction to make the changes.
  Check User Permissions: Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to change the "Role in hierarchy" field. You may need to consult with your SAP security team to ensure that the appropriate roles and permissions are assigned.
  Review Configuration: If the issue persists, review the configuration settings related to the position and role hierarchy in your SAP system. Consult with your SAP Basis or configuration team to ensure that the settings allow for the desired changes.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for more detailed information on the specific transaction or process you are working with.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide additional context.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with the transaction codes related to position management and role assignments, such as PP01 (Maintain Plan Version) or PP03 (Maintain Position).
  Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP support team for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.