How To Fix HI131 - The bookmarked entry is not in the current structure

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HI - General hierarchy maintenance messages

• Message number: 131

• Message text: The bookmarked entry is not in the current structure

What causes this issue?

You tried to position the cursor on a structure entry which
could not be found in the current structure.
The reason could be that the marker for the chosen entry was set in
another view of the structure, and the entry is not in the current
view. This can happen e.g. in IMG processing.
If the marker is set e.g. in project 100, and you are working in
project 200, the marked activity may not be in project 200. In this
case the function can not find the activity in the current project.

System Response

The cursor can not be positioned.

How to fix this error?

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

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HI131 - The bookmarked entry is not in the current structure ?

  The SAP error message HI131, which states "The bookmarked entry is not in the current structure," typically occurs in the context of SAP's hierarchical data structures, such as when working with hierarchical reports or data views. This error indicates that the system is unable to locate a bookmarked entry because the underlying structure has changed since the bookmark was created.
  Causes:
  
  Structural Changes: The most common cause is that the structure of the data has changed (e.g., nodes have been added, removed, or modified) since the bookmark was created.
  Data Refresh: If the data has been refreshed or updated, the bookmarks may no longer point to valid entries.
  User Permissions: Changes in user permissions or roles may also affect access to certain data structures.
  Session Issues: Sometimes, session-related issues or timeouts can lead to this error.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Recreate the Bookmark: If the structure has changed, you may need to recreate the bookmark based on the current structure.
  Check for Updates: Ensure that you are working with the latest version of the data or report. Refresh the data if necessary.
  Review Changes: If you have access, review any recent changes made to the data structure that might have affected the bookmark.
  User Permissions: Verify that you have the necessary permissions to access the current structure. If not, contact your system administrator.
  Clear Cache: Sometimes, clearing the cache or restarting the session can resolve temporary issues.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation for the specific module you are working with to understand how bookmarks and hierarchical structures are managed.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance, providing them with details about the error and the context in which it occurs.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to address the HI131 error and restore functionality to your SAP environment.