How To Fix J-843 - Error due to inconsistent portfolio hierarchy definition

J-843 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: J- -

• Message number: 843

• Message text: Error due to inconsistent portfolio hierarchy definition

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message J-843 - Error due to inconsistent portfolio hierarchy definition ?

  The SAP error message J-843, which indicates "Error due to inconsistent portfolio hierarchy definition," typically arises in the context of SAP Portfolio and Project Management (PPM) or SAP Project System (PS). This error suggests that there is an inconsistency in the way the portfolio hierarchy is defined, which can lead to issues when trying to manage or analyze projects within that hierarchy.
  Causes:
  
  Hierarchy Definition Issues: The portfolio hierarchy may have been defined incorrectly, such as missing nodes, circular references, or incorrect parent-child relationships.
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies in the data related to the portfolio hierarchy, such as duplicate entries or missing attributes.
  Changes in Structure: If there have been recent changes to the portfolio structure (e.g., adding or removing nodes), these changes may not have been properly reflected in all related areas.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the error can be related to authorization problems where the user does not have the necessary permissions