How To Fix J5131 - Hierarchy definitions of the portfolio hierarchies of view & were deleted

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: J5 - External Data Transfer

• Message number: 131

• Message text: Hierarchy definitions of the portfolio hierarchies of view & were deleted

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message J5131 - Hierarchy definitions of the portfolio hierarchies of view & were deleted ?

  The SAP error message J5131 indicates that the hierarchy definitions for the portfolio hierarchies of a specific view have been deleted. This typically occurs in the context of SAP Portfolio and Project Management (PPM) or SAP Controlling (CO) modules, where hierarchies are used to organize and manage projects, portfolios, or cost centers.
  Cause:
  
  Deletion of Hierarchy: The hierarchy definitions for the specified view have been deleted, either intentionally or accidentally.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the data due to changes in the hierarchy structure or configuration.
  Transport Issues: If the hierarchy definitions were transported from one system to another (e.g., from development to production), there may have been issues during the transport process.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or access the hierarchy definitions.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Hierarchy Definitions: Verify if the hierarchy definitions for the specified view exist in the system. You can do this by navigating to the relevant transaction codes (e.g., CJ20N for project management) and checking the hierarchy settings.
  Recreate Hierarchies: If the hierarchy definitions have been deleted, you may need to recreate them. This can be done through the relevant configuration settings in the SAP system.
  Transport Corrections: If the issue is related to transport, check the transport logs for any errors and ensure that the hierarchy definitions are correctly transported.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the hierarchy definitions. You may need to consult with your SAP security team to verify this.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific error message for additional guidance and troubleshooting steps.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as CJ20N (Project Builder), CJ30 (Project Planning), or CJI3 (Project Actual Line Items) to navigate and check hierarchy settings.
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to error J5131 in the SAP Support Portal for any specific patches or updates that may address this issue.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they have found.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to reach out to your SAP support team or consult with an SAP expert for further assistance.