How To Fix CONT_TOOLS_E292 - No Hierarchy DataSource is mapped to InfoObject &1.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CONT_TOOLS_E - Messages for BI CONTENT TOOLS

• Message number: 292

• Message text: No Hierarchy DataSource is mapped to InfoObject &1.

What causes this issue?

This problem occurs for InfoObject &v1& in object version &v3&, because
the flag ' Hierarchy available' is set, but no Hierarchy DataSource is a
vailable.
Object ID: &v1&
Message no. CONT_TOOLS_E292.

How to fix this error?

Should the Hierarchy DataSource be available for InfoObject &v1& indeed?
If not, the flag in the InfoObject Properties is not correct.

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

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CONT_TOOLS_E292 - No Hierarchy DataSource is mapped to InfoObject &1. ?

  The SAP error message CONT_TOOLS_E292 indicates that there is no Hierarchy DataSource mapped to the specified InfoObject. This typically occurs in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP BW/4HANA when working with hierarchies in your data model.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Mapping: The primary cause of this error is that the InfoObject you are trying to use does not have a corresponding Hierarchy DataSource mapped to it. This can happen if the hierarchy was not created or if the mapping was not set up correctly.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be an issue with the configuration of the InfoObject or the hierarchy settings in the BW system.
  Transport Issues: If the InfoObject or hierarchy was transported from another system, the mapping may not have been included or may have been lost during the transport process.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Hierarchy Settings:
  
  Go to the InfoObject maintenance transaction (e.g., RSD1).
  Select the InfoObject that is causing the error.
  Check the hierarchy settings to ensure that a Hierarchy DataSource is defined and correctly mapped.
  
  
  
  Create or Map Hierarchy:
  
  If no Hierarchy DataSource exists, you may need to create one. This can be done in the hierarchy maintenance transaction (e.g., RSH1).
  After creating the hierarchy, ensure that it is properly mapped to the InfoObject.
  
  
  
  Review Transport Requests:
  
  If the issue arose after a transport, check the transport request to ensure that all necessary objects were included.
  If needed, re-transport the hierarchy or InfoObject to ensure they are in sync.
  
  
  
  Check for Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to view and modify the hierarchy settings.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on setting up hierarchies and InfoObjects.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  RSD1: InfoObject maintenance
  RSH1: Hierarchy maintenance
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the CONT_TOOLS_E292 error and ensure that your InfoObject is correctly mapped to a Hierarchy DataSource.