How To Fix GHO_MANAGE_HIER018 - Hierarchy Node Eff.from should be between Hierarchy Eff. Dates

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GHO_MANAGE_HIER - Message Class for Manage Hierarchy

• Message number: 018

• Message text: Hierarchy Node Eff.from should be between Hierarchy Eff. Dates

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GHO_MANAGE_HIER018 - Hierarchy Node Eff.from should be between Hierarchy Eff. Dates ?

  The SAP error message GHO_MANAGE_HIER018 indicates that there is an issue with the effective date of a hierarchy node in the context of managing hierarchies. Specifically, the error states that the "Effective from" date of the hierarchy node must fall within the effective dates of the hierarchy itself.
  Cause:
  This error typically occurs when:
  
  The "Effective from" date of the hierarchy node you are trying to create or modify is earlier than the start date of the hierarchy or later than the end date of the hierarchy.
  There may be a mismatch in the date formats or incorrect date entries.
  The hierarchy itself may not be active or may have been set with restrictive date ranges.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Hierarchy Dates:
  
  Navigate to the hierarchy management transaction (e.g., RSH1 for creating or RSH2 for changing hierarchies).
  Verify the effective dates of the hierarchy you are working with. Ensure that the "Effective from" date of the node you are trying to create or modify is within the range of the hierarchy's effective dates.
  
  
  
  Adjust Node Dates:
  
  If the node's "Effective from" date is incorrect, adjust it to fall within the hierarchy's effective date range.
  If necessary, you may need to change the effective dates of the hierarchy itself to accommodate the node.
  
  
  
  Date Format:
  
  Ensure that the date format you are using is consistent with the format expected by SAP. This can sometimes lead to confusion and errors.
  
  
  
  Hierarchy Activation:
  
  Ensure that the hierarchy is active and not in a state that would prevent changes. If the hierarchy is inactive, you may need to activate it first.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If you are unsure about the effective dates or how to manage hierarchies, refer to SAP documentation or help resources specific to your version of SAP.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes for hierarchy management, such as RSH1, RSH2, and RSH3.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or additional guidance related to hierarchy management and effective dates.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to make changes to hierarchies and nodes.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the GHO_MANAGE_HIER018 error and successfully manage your hierarchy nodes in SAP.