How To Fix CDS_UNIT_MESSAGE032 - Hierarchy testing of &1 is not possible.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CDS_UNIT_MESSAGE - Message Class

• Message number: 032

• Message text: Hierarchy testing of &1 is not possible.

Because test double creation is not possible for &V2& as &V3& testing of
&V4& already involves &V2&.

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CDS_UNIT_MESSAGE032 - Hierarchy testing of &1 is not possible. ?

  The SAP error message CDS_UNIT_MESSAGE032 indicates that hierarchy testing for a specific object (denoted by &1) is not possible. This error typically arises in the context of Core Data Services (CDS) views or when working with hierarchies in SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP HANA.
  Cause:
  
  Hierarchy Not Defined: The hierarchy for the specified object may not be defined or activated in the system.
  Incorrect Object Type: The object you are trying to test may not be a valid hierarchy object.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the hierarchy.
  Technical Issues: There may be technical issues with the underlying data model or the CDS view itself.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Hierarchy Definition:
  
  Ensure that the hierarchy for the specified object is correctly defined and activated in the system.
  Go to the relevant transaction (e.g., RSH1 for InfoObjects) to verify the hierarchy settings.
  
  
  
  Verify Object Type:
  
  Confirm that the object you are testing is indeed a hierarchy object and is compatible with the hierarchy testing functionality.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the hierarchy. This can be checked in the user roles and authorizations.
  
  
  
  Review CDS View:
  
  If the error occurs in a CDS view, review the definition of the CDS view to ensure that it is correctly set up to handle hierarchies.
  Check for any syntax errors or issues in the CDS view definition.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Look for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  
  System Logs:
  
  Check system logs (transaction SLG1) for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about the issue.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for Core Data Services and hierarchy management for more detailed information on how to define and manage hierarchies.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they found effective.
  SAP Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP Support for assistance, especially if it appears to be a bug or a more complex issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a suitable solution.