How To Fix COM_HIERARCHY008 - Hierarchy &1 may only be changed in the original system &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: COM_HIERARCHY - Hierarchy

• Message number: 008

• Message text: Hierarchy &1 may only be changed in the original system &2

What causes this issue?

The hierarchy was created in the logical system &V1& and imported to
this one. To ensure the consistency of the different logical systems,
the hierarchy can be changed only in the original system.
The following changes are <ZH>not</> allowed in this system:
The actual hierarchy data cannot be changed.
The hierarchy cannot be deleted.
Categories imported from another system cannot be changed in this
system (except the assigned set types). These categories can also not
be deleted in this system.
You can however add further categories to the hierarchy in this system.
You can also change or delete the categories you create.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

If the change you tried to make is not allowed, change the hierarchy in
the original system.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message COM_HIERARCHY008 - Hierarchy &1 may only be changed in the original system &2 ?

  The SAP error message COM_HIERARCHY008 indicates that you are trying to change a hierarchy that can only be modified in the original system where it was created. This typically occurs in scenarios involving distributed systems or when using SAP Landscape Management (LaMa) or similar tools that manage multiple SAP systems.
  Cause:
  
  Hierarchy Ownership: The hierarchy you are trying to modify is owned by a different system (the original system). SAP restricts changes to ensure data integrity and consistency across systems.
  Cross-System Changes: If you are working in a system that is not the original one where the hierarchy was created, you will encounter this error when attempting to make changes.
  Transport Issues: If the hierarchy was transported from one system to another, the original system is still considered the source for modifications.
  
  Solution:
  
  Identify the Original System: Check the error message for the original system (System &2) where the hierarchy was created. You will need to log into that system to make any changes.
  Make Changes in the Original System: Access the original system and perform the necessary modifications to the hierarchy there.
  Transport Changes: If you need to transport changes back to the system you were working in, ensure that the transport requests are correctly configured and executed.
  Consult Documentation: Review SAP documentation or notes related to hierarchy management to understand the implications of changes and the correct procedures to follow.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may be using transaction codes like COMM_HIERARCHY or similar to manage hierarchies.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might provide additional context or solutions for this error.
  System Landscape: Understanding your system landscape and how hierarchies are managed across different environments (development, testing, production) is crucial.
  User Permissions: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to make changes in the original system.
  
  If you continue to face issues, consider reaching out to your SAP Basis or technical support team for further assistance.