How To Fix COM_HIER_EXCHANGE005 - No hierarchy found

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: COM_HIER_EXCHANGE - Message for download of hierarchies

• Message number: 005

• Message text: No hierarchy found

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message COM_HIER_EXCHANGE005 - No hierarchy found ?

  The SAP error message COM_HIER_EXCHANGE005: No hierarchy found typically occurs in the context of SAP Controlling (CO) or SAP Product Costing when the system is unable to find a specified hierarchy for a particular characteristic or dimension. This can happen in various scenarios, such as when trying to execute reports, perform planning, or when working with master data.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Hierarchy: The specified hierarchy for the characteristic does not exist in the system.
  Incorrect Configuration: The hierarchy might not be properly configured or activated in the system.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the hierarchy.
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies in the master data or the hierarchy structure.
  Incorrect Selection Criteria: The selection criteria used in the report or transaction may not match any existing hierarchy.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Hierarchy Configuration:
  
  Go to the relevant transaction (e.g., KSH1 for creating a hierarchy) and verify if the hierarchy exists.
  If it does not exist, create the required hierarchy.
  
  
  
  Activate Hierarchy:
  
  Ensure that the hierarchy is activated and available for use. Sometimes, hierarchies need to be activated after creation.
  
  
  
  Review Authorizations:
  
  Check if the user has the necessary authorizations to access the hierarchy. This can be done by reviewing the user roles and authorizations in transaction SU01.
  
  
  
  Validate Data:
  
  Check for any inconsistencies in the master data that might affect the hierarchy. This can include checking for missing nodes or incorrect relationships.
  
  
  
  Adjust Selection Criteria:
  
  Review the selection criteria used in the report or transaction. Ensure that they are correctly set to match the existing hierarchy.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific details related to the hierarchy in question.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  KSH1: Create Hierarchy
  KSH2: Change Hierarchy
  KSH3: Display Hierarchy
  
  
  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 your SAP support team or consulting with SAP support 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.