How To Fix GL445 - No dimension in table & is valid as a hierarchy dimension

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GL - FI-SL Rollup

• Message number: 445

• Message text: No dimension in table & is valid as a hierarchy dimension

What causes this issue?

You have tried to display the possible entries for the hierarchy
dimension. In your summary table, however, there is no dimension that
can be used as a hierarchy dimension.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

Please enter a suitable field in your summary table or do not carry out
a hierarchical summarization.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GL445 - No dimension in table & is valid as a hierarchy dimension ?

  The SAP error message GL445 indicates that there is an issue with the dimensions in a specific table, particularly that no dimension is valid as a hierarchy dimension. This error typically arises in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP HANA when dealing with InfoObjects or data modeling.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Dimension Assignment: The error often occurs when a dimension that is expected to be part of a hierarchy is not assigned correctly in the data model.
  Incorrect Hierarchy Configuration: The hierarchy may not be properly defined or activated in the InfoObject settings.
  Data Integrity Issues: There may be inconsistencies or missing data in the underlying tables that prevent the hierarchy from being recognized.
  Technical Settings: The technical settings of the InfoObject may not be configured to allow for hierarchy usage.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Dimension Assignment:
  
  Go to the InfoObject maintenance and ensure that the dimension is correctly assigned to the relevant InfoProvider or data model.
  Verify that the dimension is marked as a hierarchy dimension in the InfoObject settings.
  
  
  
  Review Hierarchy Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the hierarchy is defined correctly in the InfoObject. Check if the hierarchy is activated and that the nodes are properly set up.
  If necessary, recreate the hierarchy to ensure it is correctly configured.
  
  
  
  Data Consistency Check:
  
  Run data consistency checks to identify any missing or inconsistent data that may be causing the issue.
  Use transaction codes like RSA1 (Data Warehousing Workbench) to analyze the InfoProvider and check for any errors.
  
  
  
  Technical Settings Review:
  
  Check the technical settings of the InfoObject to ensure that it is configured to support hierarchies.
  Make sure that the hierarchy type is set correctly (e.g., "Hierarchical" or "Node").
  
  
  
  Reprocess Data:
  
  If changes are made to the InfoObject or hierarchy, you may need to reprocess the data to ensure that the changes take effect.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as RSA1 (Data Warehousing Workbench), RSD1 (InfoObject Maintenance), and RSPC (Process Chain Maintenance) for managing InfoObjects and hierarchies.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. SAP Notes can provide additional insights or solutions specific to your version of SAP.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on managing hierarchies and dimensions in SAP BW or HANA.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or BW team for further investigation, as they may have access to additional tools and logs to diagnose the problem.