How To Fix CGPL_BW_INTERFACE013 - Not possible to update hierarchy in SAP BI

CGPL_BW_INTERFACE013 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CGPL_BW_INTERFACE - BW Interface

• Message number: 013

• Message text: Not possible to update hierarchy in SAP BI

What causes this issue?

This error can have various causes.
One possibility is that the appropriate functions are missing in the BW
target system.

System Response

The data in the BW system cannot be updated.

How to fix this error?

Inform your system administrator.

Procedure for System Administrators

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 CGPL_BW_INTERFACE013 - Not possible to update hierarchy in SAP BI ?

  The SAP error message CGPL_BW_INTERFACE013 indicates that there is an issue with updating a hierarchy in SAP Business Intelligence (BI). This error typically arises when there are inconsistencies or problems with the hierarchy data or its structure.
  Causes:
  
  Hierarchy Structure Issues: The hierarchy may not be properly defined or may contain inconsistencies, such as circular references or missing nodes.
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies in the data being loaded into the hierarchy, such as missing or incorrect attributes.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to update the hierarchy.
  Technical Issues: There could be technical problems with the BI system, such as issues with the data source or the extraction process.
  Locking Issues: The hierarchy might be locked by another process or user, preventing updates.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Hierarchy Definition: Review the hierarchy structure in the SAP system to ensure it is correctly defined and does not contain any inconsistencies.
  Validate Data: Ensure that the data