How To Fix /BCV/CFG048 - Parent list ID &1 is not defined as hierarchical view ID


/BCV/CFG048 - Overview

  • Message type: E = Error

  • Message class: /BCV/CFG -

  • Message number: 048

  • Message text: Parent list ID &1 is not defined as hierarchical view ID

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  • What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /BCV/CFG048 - Parent list ID &1 is not defined as hierarchical view ID ?
    The SAP error message /BCV/CFG048 Parent list ID &1 is not defined as hierarchical view ID typically occurs in the context of SAP Business Configuration (BC) or when working with hierarchical data structures in SAP applications. This error indicates that the system is trying to reference a parent list ID that has not been defined as a hierarchical view ID in the system.
    
    Cause: Missing Hierarchical View Definition: The parent list ID specified in the error message has not been set up as a hierarchical view in the system.
    Configuration Issues: There may be a misconfiguration in the Business Configuration settings or in the hierarchical structure setup. Data Integrity Issues: The data being referenced may not be correctly linked or may have been deleted or modified improperly.
    Solution: Define the Hierarchical View: Go to the relevant configuration transaction (e.g., SPRO) and navigate to the section where hierarchical views are defined. Ensure that the parent list ID mentioned in

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