How To Fix KH377 - New hierarchies have been created for characteristic "&"

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KH - CO-PA Reporting

• Message number: 377

• Message text: New hierarchies have been created for characteristic "&"

What causes this issue?

A hierarchical structure (&V2&) exists for the user-defined
characteristic "&V1&". However, you did not choose a hierarchy for this
characteristic in the report definition.

System Response

The system uses the default "No hierarchy" for the characteristic
"&V1&".
That means that the report can still be used in its present form.

How to fix this error?

It is recommended that you choose a hierarchy for the characteristic.
Use the transaction "Change report" to do this.

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Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KH377 - New hierarchies have been created for characteristic "&" ?

  The SAP error message KH377 indicates that new hierarchies have been created for a characteristic in the context of SAP Controlling (CO) or SAP Business Warehouse (BW). This message typically arises when there are changes in the hierarchy structure of a characteristic that is being used in a report or analysis.
  Cause:
  
  Hierarchy Changes: The primary cause of this error is that new hierarchies have been added or existing hierarchies have been modified for a characteristic. This can happen due to updates in master data or changes made by users in the hierarchy management.
  Data Consistency: The system detects that the current data or reports are referencing an outdated hierarchy, which can lead to inconsistencies in reporting or analysis.
  
  Solution:
  
  Refresh the Hierarchy: You may need to refresh or update the hierarchy in your reports or queries. This can often be done by re-executing the report or refreshing the data in the query.
  Check Hierarchy Settings: Go to the hierarchy management for the characteristic in question and verify the current hierarchies. Ensure that the correct hierarchy is being used in your reports.
  Adjust Queries: If you are using queries in SAP BW or SAP BusinessObjects, check the query settings to ensure they are aligned with the new hierarchy structure.
  Reprocess Data: If necessary, reprocess the data or perform a data load to ensure that the latest hierarchy information is reflected in your reports.
  Consult Documentation: Review SAP documentation or notes related to the specific characteristic and hierarchy management for any additional steps or considerations.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like KSH1 (Create Hierarchy), KSH2 (Change Hierarchy), or KSH3 (Display Hierarchy) to manage hierarchies.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address specific issues related to hierarchy changes and error messages.
  User Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to view and modify hierarchies in the system.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with SAP experts for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the KH377 error and ensure that your reports and analyses are using the correct hierarchy structures.