How To Fix B1869 - Hierarchy has been deleted

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: B1 - ALE group messages

• Message number: 869

• Message text: Hierarchy has been deleted

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message B1869 - Hierarchy has been deleted ?

  The SAP error message B1869, which states "Hierarchy has been deleted," typically occurs in the context of SAP Business Warehouse (BW) or SAP Controlling (CO) when a user attempts to access or manipulate a hierarchy that has been removed from the system. This can happen in various scenarios, such as when working with reports, queries, or planning functions that rely on specific hierarchies.
  Cause:
  
  Hierarchy Deletion: The most straightforward cause is that the hierarchy in question has been deleted from the system. This could be due to administrative actions or data maintenance processes.
  Data Model Changes: Changes in the data model, such as modifications to InfoObjects or InfoProviders, can lead to hierarchies being removed or becoming obsolete.
  Transport Issues: If hierarchies are transported between systems (e.g., from development to production), there may be inconsistencies if the transport did not include the necessary hierarchy objects.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the hierarchy may exist, but the user does not have the necessary authorizations to access it.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Hierarchy Existence: Verify if the hierarchy still exists in the system. You can do this by navigating to the relevant transaction (e.g., RSH1 for Hierarchy Maintenance) and checking if the hierarchy is listed.
  Recreate the Hierarchy: If the hierarchy has been deleted and is required for your operations, you may need to recreate it. This can involve defining the hierarchy structure and assigning the necessary nodes.
  Review Transport Requests: If the issue arose after a transport, check the transport logs to ensure that the hierarchy was included in the transport request. If not, you may need to transport it again.
  Check Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the hierarchy. This can be done by reviewing the user's roles and authorizations in the system.
  Consult Documentation: If the hierarchy is part of a standard SAP application, consult the relevant SAP documentation or support notes for guidance on how to restore or recreate the hierarchy.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as RSH1 (Hierarchy Maintenance) and RSA1 (Data Warehousing Workbench) for managing hierarchies.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to hierarchy management in your specific version of SAP.
  Support: If the issue persists and you cannot resolve it, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance, providing them with detailed information about the error and the context in which it occurs.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to address the B1869 error and restore functionality related to the deleted hierarchy.