How To Fix /FTI/BO_STRUCT009 - Parent of Target does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /FTI/BO_STRUCT -

• Message number: 009

• Message text: Parent of Target does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /FTI/BO_STRUCT009 - Parent of Target does not exist ?

  The SAP error message /FTI/BO_STRUCT009 Parent of Target does not exist typically occurs in the context of SAP's Business Objects (BO) or related data structures, particularly when dealing with hierarchies or parent-child relationships in data models. This error indicates that the system is trying to reference a parent object that does not exist in the database or data structure.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Parent Object: The most common cause is that the parent object (which the target object is supposed to reference) has been deleted or is not properly defined in the system.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be a misconfiguration in the data model or hierarchy setup, leading to an invalid reference.
  Data Integrity Issues: If there are issues with data integrity, such as orphaned records or broken links in the hierarchy, this error can occur.
  Transport Issues: If the object was transported from one system to another, and the parent object was not included in the transport, this error can arise.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Parent Object: Verify that the parent object exists in the system. You can do this by checking the relevant tables or using transaction codes that allow you to view the hierarchy.
  Recreate or Restore Parent: If the parent object is missing, you may need to recreate it or restore it from a backup if it was deleted.
  Review Configuration: Check the configuration settings for the data model or hierarchy to ensure that all references are correctly defined.
  Data Consistency Check: Run data consistency checks to identify and resolve any integrity issues within the data model.
  Transport Management: If the issue arose after a transport, ensure that all necessary objects were included in the transport request. You may need to re-transport the missing parent object.
  Consult Documentation: Review SAP documentation or notes related to the specific version you are using, as there may be known issues or patches available.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. You can search for the error code or related keywords in the SAP Support Portal.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SE11 (Data Dictionary), SE80 (Object Navigator), or others that may help you investigate the data model.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they found effective.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.