How To Fix CMD_HIERARCHY013 - You are not allowed to display the content of hierarchy '&1'.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CMD_HIERARCHY - Messages for CMD_HIERARCHY Gateway service

• Message number: 013

• Message text: You are not allowed to display the content of hierarchy '&1'.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CMD_HIERARCHY013 - You are not allowed to display the content of hierarchy '&1'. ?

  The SAP error message CMD_HIERARCHY013 indicates that a user is attempting to access a hierarchy that they do not have permission to view. This is a common issue in SAP systems where access control is enforced to protect sensitive data.
  Cause:
  The error occurs due to one or more of the following reasons:
  
  Authorization Issues: The user does not have the necessary authorizations to display the specified hierarchy. This could be due to missing roles or authorizations in the user's profile.
  Hierarchy Settings: The hierarchy itself may have specific settings that restrict access to certain users or user groups.
  Incorrect Hierarchy Name: The hierarchy name specified may be incorrect or does not exist in the system.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the CMD_HIERARCHY013 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after the error occurs to check for authorization failures. This will show you which authorization objects are missing.
  Review the user's roles and authorizations in transaction SU01 or PFCG to ensure they have the necessary permissions to access the hierarchy.
  
  
  
  Review Hierarchy Settings:
  
  Check the settings of the hierarchy in question to see if there are any restrictions on who can view it. This can typically be done in the relevant hierarchy maintenance transaction (e.g., RSCUSTV0 for custom hierarchies).
  Ensure that the hierarchy is active and properly configured.
  
  
  
  Consult with Security Team:
  
  If you do not have the necessary access to modify roles or authorizations, consult with your SAP security team or administrator to request the required permissions.
  
  
  
  Verify Hierarchy Name:
  
  Double-check the hierarchy name you are trying to access to ensure it is correct and exists in the system.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making any changes to authorizations or hierarchy settings, test again to see if the issue is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Authorization Objects: Common authorization objects related to hierarchies include S_HIER (Hierarchy Authorization) and S_TCODE (Transaction Code Authorization).
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SU01 (User Maintenance), PFCG (Role Maintenance), and SU53 (Display Authorization Check).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to hierarchy access and authorization problems.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue causing the CMD_HIERARCHY013 error in SAP.