How To Fix GHO_FC_DIF231 - Hierarchy does not exists

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GHO_FC_DIF - Message class for DIF Forecasting

• Message number: 231

• Message text: Hierarchy does not exists

Self-Explanatory Message

Since SAP believes that this specific error message is 'self-explanatory,' no more information has been given.The majority of messages in the SAP system have a message text, however this is frequently insufficient to comprehend or resolve the problem.

To make things easier, more detailed information is frequently added to describe the issue, how to fix it, and the necessary steps or configuration modifications.

Unfortunately, there isn't any extra information in this error notice.

What else can you do?

First, use our AnswerBot below to get a possible cause and solution (requires a premium subscription).

Also, review the in-depth Common Questions & Answers listed below; you could discover a solution there or be able to connect with others who have faced similar challenges.

You can also try searching the SAP support portal (support.sap.com) but you need a special user ID to access it. It is possible that an SAP support note exists that provides additional details about the mistake or even steps for fixing it.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GHO_FC_DIF231 - Hierarchy does not exists ?

  The SAP error message GHO_FC_DIF231, which states "Hierarchy does not exist," typically occurs in the context of SAP applications that involve hierarchical data structures, such as SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP S/4HANA. This error indicates that the system is unable to find a specified hierarchy that is required for a particular operation, such as reporting or data analysis.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Hierarchy: The specified hierarchy has not been created or has been deleted.
  Incorrect Hierarchy Name: The name of the hierarchy being referenced may be misspelled or incorrect.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the hierarchy.
  Data Source Issues: The data source or InfoObject that the hierarchy is associated with may not be properly configured or may not exist.
  Transport Issues: If the hierarchy was transported from another system, it may not have been transported correctly.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Hierarchy Existence:
  
  Navigate to the relevant transaction (e.g., RSA1 for BW) and check if the hierarchy exists in the system.
  If it does not exist, you may need to create it.
  
  
  
  Verify Hierarchy Name:
  
  Ensure that the hierarchy name used in your query or report is correct and matches the name in the system.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the hierarchy. This can be done by checking the user roles and authorizations in the system.
  
  
  
  Review Data Source Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the data source or InfoObject associated with the hierarchy is correctly configured and active.
  
  
  
  Transport Check:
  
  If the hierarchy was supposed to be transported from another system, check the transport logs to ensure that it was transported successfully.
  
  
  
  Recreate the Hierarchy:
  
  If the hierarchy is missing and cannot be found, you may need to recreate it based on the business requirements.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Use transaction codes like RSA1 (Data Warehousing Workbench) or RSD1 (InfoObject Maintenance) to manage hierarchies.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation for detailed information on managing hierarchies in your specific SAP environment.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or BW team for further investigation.