How To Fix B1869 - Hierarchy has been deleted

B1869 - Overview

• 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