How To Fix BWSD018 - Hierarchy &1 for characteristic &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BWSD - Messages for Scenario Transfer

• Message number: 018

• Message text: Hierarchy &1 for characteristic &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BWSD018 - Hierarchy &1 for characteristic &2 ?

  The SAP error message BWSD018 typically indicates an issue related to the hierarchy of a characteristic in SAP BW (Business Warehouse). The message format is as follows:
  BWSD018: Hierarchy &1 for characteristic &2
  Cause:
  This error usually occurs when there is a problem with the hierarchy associated with a specific characteristic in the BW system. Common causes include:
  
  Missing Hierarchy: The specified hierarchy does not exist in the system.
  Incorrect Hierarchy Assignment: The hierarchy is not correctly assigned to the characteristic.
  Inconsistent Data: There may be inconsistencies in the data related to the hierarchy, such as missing nodes or incorrect relationships.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the hierarchy.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the BWSD018 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Hierarchy Existence:
  
  Verify that the hierarchy specified in the error message exists in the system. You can do this by navigating to the hierarchy maintenance transaction (e.g., RSH1) and checking for the hierarchy associated with the characteristic.
  
  
  
  Validate Hierarchy Assignment:
  
  Ensure that the hierarchy is correctly assigned to the characteristic. You can check this in the characteristic settings in the InfoObject maintenance (transaction RSD1).
  
  
  
  Review Hierarchy Structure:
  
  Inspect the structure of the hierarchy for any inconsistencies. Make sure that all nodes are correctly defined and that there are no missing or orphaned nodes.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the hierarchy. You may need to consult with your SAP security team to verify and adjust user roles and permissions.
  
  
  
  Rebuild Hierarchy:
  
  If the hierarchy is corrupted or inconsistent, you may need to rebuild it. This can involve deleting the existing hierarchy and creating a new one, ensuring that all nodes and relationships are correctly defined.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific error message for additional troubleshooting steps or patches that may address the issue.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  RSH1: Hierarchy Maintenance
  RSD1: InfoObject Maintenance
  RSA1: Data Warehousing Workbench
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or fixes related to this error message.
  Support: If the issue persists after following the above steps, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the BWSD018 error in your SAP BW system.