How To Fix FPB_SNI004 - System error: no hierarchy was found

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FPB_SNI - Hierarchy Navigation

• Message number: 004

• Message text: System error: no hierarchy was found

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FPB_SNI004 - System error: no hierarchy was found ?

  The SAP error message FPB_SNI004, which states "System error: no hierarchy was found," typically occurs in the context of SAP Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A) or SAP Business Planning and Consolidation (BPC). This error indicates that the system is unable to find a required hierarchy for a specific planning or reporting process.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Hierarchy: The most common cause is that the required hierarchy has not been created or is not active in the system.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration settings for the planning model or the hierarchy might be incorrect or incomplete.
  Data Model Issues: There may be issues with the data model that prevent the hierarchy from being recognized.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the hierarchy.
  Transport Issues: If the hierarchy was recently transported from another system, it may not have been properly imported.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Hierarchy Configuration:
  
  Go to the relevant transaction or application where the hierarchy is defined (e.g., transaction code RSH1 for InfoObjects).
  Verify that the hierarchy exists and is active.
  If it does not exist, create the required hierarchy.
  
  
  
  Review Planning Model Settings:
  
  Check the planning model settings to ensure that the hierarchy is correctly assigned.
  Make sure that the hierarchy is linked to the correct dimensions in the planning model.
  
  
  
  Data Model Validation:
  
  Validate the data model to ensure that all necessary components are in place and functioning correctly.
  Check for any inconsistencies or errors in the data model.
  
  
  
  User Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user encountering the error has the necessary authorizations to access the hierarchy.
  Review the roles and authorizations assigned to the user.
  
  
  
  Transport and Import Issues:
  
  If the hierarchy was recently transported, check the transport logs for any errors.
  Ensure that the transport was successful and that all necessary objects were imported.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific version of SAP you are using for any known issues or additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any specific fixes or patches related to this error message.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they found.
  System Logs: Review system logs (transaction SLG1) for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about the issue.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be necessary to involve your SAP Basis or technical team for further investigation.