How To Fix CM_REPORT_TEMPLATE100 - Parameter hierarchy &1 is not defined in Customizing

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CM_REPORT_TEMPLATE - Report Templates

• Message number: 100

• Message text: Parameter hierarchy &1 is not defined in Customizing

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CM_REPORT_TEMPLATE100 - Parameter hierarchy &1 is not defined in Customizing ?

  The SAP error message "CM_REPORT_TEMPLATE100 Parameter hierarchy &1 is not defined in Customizing" typically indicates that the system is unable to find a specific parameter hierarchy that is expected to be defined in the Customizing settings. This error often arises in the context of reporting or analysis tools within SAP, such as SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP Analytics.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Customizing Settings: The parameter hierarchy referenced by the placeholder &1 is not defined in the Customizing settings of the SAP system. This could be due to a configuration oversight or a missing transport request.
  Incorrect Hierarchy Name: The hierarchy name being referenced may be incorrect or misspelled in the report or configuration.
  Transport Issues: If the hierarchy was recently created or modified, it may not have been transported correctly to the system where the error is occurring.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the hierarchy, leading to the error.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Customizing Settings:
  
  Go to the relevant Customizing transaction (e.g., SPRO) and navigate to the area where the parameter hierarchy should be defined.
  Verify that the hierarchy with the name indicated by &1 exists and is correctly configured.
  
  
  
  Create or Modify Hierarchy:
  
  If the hierarchy does not exist, you may need to create it. Follow the necessary steps in the Customizing settings to define the hierarchy.
  If it exists but is incorrectly configured, make the necessary adjustments.
  
  
  
  Check for Transport Issues:
  
  If the hierarchy was recently created or modified, ensure that the changes have been transported to the target system. Check the transport logs for any errors.
  
  
  
  Verify Hierarchy Name:
  
  Double-check the report or configuration where the hierarchy is being referenced to ensure that the name is correct and matches the defined hierarchy in Customizing.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that the user encountering the error has the necessary authorizations to access the hierarchy. This may involve checking roles and authorizations in the user profile.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SPRO (Customizing), RSA1 (Data Warehousing Workbench), or others depending on the context of the error.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions to common problems.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to the specific module or functionality you are working with to understand how parameter hierarchies are defined and used.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.