How To Fix COM_PR_MDCHECK022 - No root category in hierarchy &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: COM_PR_MDCHECK - Consistency Checks for Product Master Data

• Message number: 022

• Message text: No root category in hierarchy &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message COM_PR_MDCHECK022 - No root category in hierarchy &1 ?

  The SAP error message COM_PR_MDCHECK022 indicates that there is no root category found in the specified hierarchy. This error typically arises in the context of Product Master Data or when dealing with classification hierarchies in SAP.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Root Category: The hierarchy you are trying to access or manipulate does not have a defined root category. This can happen if the hierarchy was not set up correctly or if the root category was deleted or not created.
  Incorrect Hierarchy Assignment: The hierarchy might not be properly assigned to the relevant product or material.
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies in the data that prevent the system from recognizing the root category.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Hierarchy Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code CT04 (Class Type) or CL02 (Change Class) to check the configuration of the class and its hierarchy.
  Ensure that a root category is defined and that it is correctly linked to the other categories in the hierarchy.
  
  
  
  Create or Assign Root Category:
  
  If a root category is missing, you may need to create one. Use the transaction code CL01 (Create Class) to create a new class and define it as the root category.
  Ensure that the hierarchy is correctly structured with the root category at the top.
  
  
  
  Check Product Assignment:
  
  Verify that the product or material is correctly assigned to the hierarchy. You can do this by checking the material master data using transaction code MM03 (Display Material) and navigating to the classification view.
  
  
  
  Data Consistency Check:
  
  Run consistency checks on the classification data to identify any discrepancies. You can use transaction codes like CL30 (Class Overview) to review the classes and their assignments.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidelines on setting up and managing product hierarchies.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  CT04: Class Type
  CL02: Change Class
  CL01: Create Class
  MM03: Display Material
  CL30: Class Overview
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  Support: If the issue persists after following the above steps, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message COM_PR_MDCHECK022 and ensure that your product hierarchy is correctly configured.