How To Fix KBAS_XI_PROXY078 - Interval or value &1 occurs several times in hierarchy &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KBAS_XI_PROXY - Message Class for KBAS_XI_PROXY

• Message number: 078

• Message text: Interval or value &1 occurs several times in hierarchy &2

What causes this issue?

The error could have the following causes:
It involves an inconsistent service message because the interval or the
value &V1&in the hierarchy&V2& occurs more than once.
The local hierachy is incompatible with regard to the service message to
be processed.

System Response

The system terminates data replication.

How to fix this error?

If option 1 triggered the error: Correct hierarchy &V2& in the
<DS:GLOS.4B0CAB4FBD904E73E10000000A421945>Master Data Governance Hub</>.
Then distribute the data again.
If option 2 triggered the error: Correct the local hierarchy. Then try
to process the message again.

Procedure for System Administrators

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.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KBAS_XI_PROXY078 - Interval or value &1 occurs several times in hierarchy &2 ?

  The SAP error message KBAS_XI_PROXY078 indicates that there is an issue with the data being processed in a hierarchy structure, specifically that a certain interval or value occurs multiple times within the specified hierarchy. This can happen in various contexts, such as when dealing with master data, planning data, or other hierarchical structures in SAP.
  Cause:
  The error typically arises due to one of the following reasons:
  
  Duplicate Entries: The value or interval specified in the error message is duplicated within the hierarchy. This can occur if the data has not been properly validated or if there are inconsistencies in the data entry process.
  Incorrect Hierarchy Structure: The hierarchy may not be defined correctly, leading to multiple occurrences of the same value or interval.
  Data Import Issues: If data is being imported from an external source, it may contain duplicates that violate the hierarchy constraints.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check for Duplicates:
  
  Review the hierarchy structure and identify where the duplicate values or intervals are occurring.
  Use transaction codes like SE11 (Data Dictionary) or SE16 (Data Browser) to inspect the relevant tables and data.
  
  
  
  Correct the Data:
  
  If duplicates are found, you will need to either remove or consolidate the duplicate entries to ensure that each value or interval is unique within the hierarchy.
  If the duplicates are valid but need to be structured differently, consider adjusting the hierarchy definition.
  
  
  
  Validate Hierarchy Structure:
  
  Ensure that the hierarchy is defined correctly according to the business rules and requirements.
  If necessary, redefine the hierarchy to prevent duplicates from being allowed.
  
  
  
  Data Import Validation:
  
  If the error occurred during a data import, check the source data for duplicates before importing it into SAP.
  Implement validation checks in the data import process to catch duplicates early.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to the specific module you are working with, as there may be additional guidelines or best practices for managing hierarchies.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes related to hierarchy management, such as KAH1 (Create Cost Center Hierarchy) or KAH2 (Change Cost Center Hierarchy).
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they have found.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.