How To Fix J-869 - Select a portfolio hierarchy


J-869 - Overview

  • Message type: E = Error

  • Message class: J- -

  • Message number: 869

  • Message text: Select a portfolio hierarchy

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  • What is the cause and solution for SAP error message J-869 - Select a portfolio hierarchy ?
    The SAP error message J-869, which states "Select a portfolio hierarchy," typically occurs in the context of SAP Portfolio and Project Management (PPM) when a user attempts to perform an action that requires a portfolio hierarchy to be selected, but none has been specified.
    
    Cause: No Hierarchy Selected: The most common cause of this error is that the user has not selected a portfolio hierarchy before trying to execute a function that requires it. Hierarchy Not Defined: There may be no portfolio hierarchy defined in the system, or the user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or select the existing hierarchies. Incorrect Configuration: The system configuration may not be set up correctly, leading to issues in displaying or selecting the hierarchy.
    Solution: Select a Portfolio Hierarchy: Ensure that you select a valid portfolio hierarchy from the available options before proceeding with the action that triggered the error. Navigate to the relevant transaction or screen where

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