How To Fix CONNECT_PRC_SAPCND056 - Cannot use hierarchical access with &1 (see long text)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CONNECT_PRC_SAPCND -

• Message number: 056

• Message text: Cannot use hierarchical access with &1 (see long text)

What causes this issue?

It is not possible to use the functionality of the hierarchical access
together with field &V1&.

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?

Adjust your Customizing settings for field &V1& in access &V3& of access
sequence &V2&. For more information, see SAP Note 1422041.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CONNECT_PRC_SAPCND056 - Cannot use hierarchical access with &1 (see long text) ?

  The SAP error message CONNECT_PRC_SAPCND056 indicates that there is an issue with using hierarchical access in a specific context, which is typically related to the use of condition records or access sequences in pricing or other condition-based functionalities.
  Cause:
  The error message CONNECT_PRC_SAPCND056 usually arises due to one of the following reasons:
  
  
  Hierarchical Access Not Supported: The system is trying to use hierarchical access for a condition type or access sequence that does not support it. This can happen if the configuration is not set up correctly or if the condition type is not designed to work with hierarchical access.
  
  
  Incorrect Configuration: The access sequence or condition records may not be properly configured to allow hierarchical access. This could involve missing settings in the condition type or access sequence.
  
  
  Data Issues: There may be issues with the data being processed, such as missing or incorrect entries in the condition records that are supposed to be accessed hierarchically.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration of the condition type and access sequence in the SAP system.
  Ensure that the condition type is set up to allow hierarchical access if that is required for your business process.
  
  
  
  Review Access Sequence:
  
  Verify the access sequence assigned to the condition type. Make sure that it is configured correctly and that it supports hierarchical access.
  If necessary, modify the access sequence to include the appropriate access methods.
  
  
  
  Examine Condition Records:
  
  Check the condition records for the relevant condition type. Ensure that all necessary records are created and that they are correctly set up for hierarchical access.
  Look for any missing or incorrect entries that could be causing the issue.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review the SAP documentation or help files related to hierarchical access and condition records for additional guidance on configuration and usage.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, test the configuration to ensure that the error no longer occurs and that the hierarchical access works as expected.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes such as VK11 (Create Condition), VK12 (Change Condition), and VK13 (Display Condition) to manage condition records.
  Support: If the issue persists after checking the configuration and data, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP team 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.