How To Fix COM_PRCAT118 - Hierarchy &1 has not been created in PME

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: COM_PRCAT - Product Category

• Message number: 118

• Message text: Hierarchy &1 has not been created in PME

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message COM_PRCAT118 - Hierarchy &1 has not been created in PME ?

  The SAP error message COM_PRCAT118 indicates that a specific hierarchy (denoted by &1) has not been created in the Product Master Environment (PME). This error typically arises in the context of product categorization or when working with product hierarchies in SAP.
  Cause:
  
  
  Missing Hierarchy: The specified hierarchy does not exist in the PME. This could be due to:
  
  The hierarchy not being created yet.
  The hierarchy being deleted or not properly configured.
  A mismatch in the hierarchy name or ID being referenced.
  
  
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration settings in the PME that prevent the hierarchy from being recognized.
  
  
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary permissions to access or view the hierarchy.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Create the Hierarchy:
  
  Navigate to the PME transaction (usually through transaction codes like CMMT or CMME).
  Check if the hierarchy exists. If it does not, create it by following the appropriate steps to define a new product hierarchy.
  
  
  
  Verify Hierarchy Name/ID:
  
  Ensure that the hierarchy name or ID being referenced in the error message is correct. Check for any typos or discrepancies.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Review the configuration settings in PME to ensure that everything is set up correctly. This may involve checking the settings for product categories and hierarchies.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the PME and the specific hierarchy. This may involve checking user roles and permissions in the SAP system.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on creating and managing hierarchies in PME.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP Notes for any known issues related to this error.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes for managing product hierarchies, such as CMMT (Manage Product Hierarchies) or CMME (Edit Product Hierarchies).
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to COM_PRCAT118 for any patches or updates that