How To Fix ARBERP_MAP181 - Inv item &1: could not read service hierarchy for entry sheet &2 (ext.ID)

ARBERP_MAP181 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ARBERP_MAP - Message class for package ARBERP1_MAPPINGS_CMN

• Message number: 181

• Message text: Inv item &1: could not read service hierarchy for entry sheet &2 (ext.ID)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ARBERP_MAP181 - Inv item &1: could not read service hierarchy for entry sheet &2 (ext.ID) ?

  The SAP error message ARBERP_MAP181 typically indicates that there is an issue with reading the service hierarchy for a specific entry sheet in the context of an invoice item. This error can occur in various scenarios, particularly when dealing with service-related documents in SAP.
  
  Cause:
  
  Missing or Incomplete Data: The service hierarchy for the specified entry sheet may not be properly defined or may be missing in the system.
  
  Configuration Issues: There could be configuration issues in the service management or service hierarchy settings in SAP.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the service hierarchy data.
  Data Consistency Issues: There may be inconsistencies in the data related to the entry sheet or the service hierarchy.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Service Hierarchy Configuration:
  
  Verify that the service hierarchy is correctly configured in the system. This includes checking the relevant customizing settings in SPRO (SAP Project Reference Object).
  Ensure that the service hierarchy is properly defined for