How To Fix COM_HIER_CAT_TOOLS008 - No hierarchy found, check your entries

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: COM_HIER_CAT_TOOLS - Messages for Test Report COM_HIER_CAT_GUID_DISPLAY

• Message number: 008

• Message text: No hierarchy found, check your entries

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message COM_HIER_CAT_TOOLS008 - No hierarchy found, check your entries ?

  The SAP error message COM_HIER_CAT_TOOLS008: No hierarchy found, check your entries typically occurs in the context of SAP Controlling (CO) when working with hierarchical structures, such as cost centers, profit centers, or internal orders. This error indicates that the system could not find a specified hierarchy based on the entries you provided.
  Causes:
  
  Incorrect Hierarchy Name: The hierarchy name or ID you are trying to access may be misspelled or does not exist in the system.
  Missing Hierarchy: The hierarchy you are trying to use has not been created or activated in the system.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or access the specified hierarchy.
  Incorrect Parameters: The parameters or selection criteria used to retrieve the hierarchy may be incorrect or incomplete.
  Data Consistency Issues: There may be inconsistencies in the data that prevent the hierarchy from being displayed.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Verify Hierarchy Name: Double-check the hierarchy name or ID you are using to ensure it is correct.
  Check Hierarchy Existence: Go to the relevant transaction (e.g., KSH1 for cost center hierarchy) and verify that the hierarchy exists and is active.
  Review Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the hierarchy. This can be checked with the help of your SAP security team.
  Correct Parameters: Review the parameters or selection criteria you are using to ensure they are correct and complete.
  Data Consistency Check: Run any relevant consistency checks or reports to identify and resolve data issues that may be affecting the hierarchy.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as KSH1 (Create Cost Center Hierarchy), KSH2 (Change Cost Center Hierarchy), and KSH3 (Display Cost Center Hierarchy).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation for detailed information on managing hierarchies in the Controlling module.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with SAP experts for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.