How To Fix CMD_HIERARCHY003 - Hierarchy with ID '&1' does not exist.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CMD_HIERARCHY - Messages for CMD_HIERARCHY Gateway service

• Message number: 003

• Message text: Hierarchy with ID '&1' does not exist.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CMD_HIERARCHY003 - Hierarchy with ID '&1' does not exist. ?

  The SAP error message CMD_HIERARCHY003 indicates that a hierarchy with the specified ID does not exist in the system. This error typically occurs in the context of SAP applications that utilize hierarchical data structures, such as SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP CRM (Customer Relationship Management).
  Cause:
  
  Non-Existent Hierarchy: The hierarchy ID you are trying to access or manipulate does not exist in the database.
  Typographical Error: There may be a typo in the hierarchy ID you are using.
  Data Deletion: The hierarchy may have been deleted or not yet created in the system.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or access the hierarchy.
  Transport Issues: If the hierarchy was recently transported from another system, it may not have been successfully imported.
  
  Solution:
  
  Verify Hierarchy ID: Double-check the hierarchy ID you are using for any typographical errors.
  Check Existence: Use transaction codes like RSD1 (for InfoObjects) or RSH1 (for Hierarchies) to check if the hierarchy exists in the system.
  Create Hierarchy: If the hierarchy does not exist, you may need to create it using the appropriate transaction code (e.g., RSH1 for creating hierarchies).
  Check Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the hierarchy. You may need to consult with your SAP security team.
  Review Transport Logs: If the hierarchy was supposed to be transported from another system, check the transport logs to ensure it was successfully imported.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for additional context on the specific hierarchy you are working with.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as RSH1, RSD1, and others related to hierarchy management.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP support team for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the CMD_HIERARCHY003 error and implement a solution.