How To Fix GS471 - A hierarchy was not selected

GS471 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GS - Sets

• Message number: 471

• Message text: A hierarchy was not selected

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GS471 - A hierarchy was not selected ?

  The SAP error message GS471 ("A hierarchy was not selected") typically occurs in the context of SAP's reporting and analysis tools, particularly when working with hierarchies in the context of data analysis, such as in SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP Analytics Cloud. This error indicates that the system expects a hierarchy to be selected for a particular operation, but none has been chosen.
  
  Cause:
  
  No Hierarchy Selected: The most common cause is that the user has not selected a hierarchy when attempting to execute a report or analysis that requires one.
  Hierarchy Not Defined: The hierarchy may not be defined in the system for the characteristic being analyzed.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or select the hierarchy.
  Data Model Issues: There may be issues with the data model or the way hierarchies are set up in the system.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Select a Hierarchy: Ensure that you select an appropriate hierarchy