Message type: E = Error
Message class: M5 - LIS: Standard Analyses (Inventory Controlling Doc. Analysis)
Message number: 163
Message text: Hierarchy contains multiple allocations
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M5163
- Hierarchy contains multiple allocations ?The SAP error message M5163, which states "Hierarchy contains multiple allocations," typically occurs in the context of Material Management (MM) or Production Planning (PP) when dealing with hierarchical structures, such as BOMs (Bill of Materials) or other allocation structures.
Cause: This error usually arises when there are multiple allocations or assignments for a single node in a hierarchy. For example, if you have a BOM that references the same component multiple times in different places, or if there are conflicting allocations in a planning hierarchy, SAP cannot determine which allocation to use, leading to this error.
Solution: To resolve the M5163 error, you can take the following steps: Check Hierarchy Structure: Review the hierarchy structure in question (e.g., BOM, routing, or planning hierarchy) to identify where multiple allocations are occurring. Ensure that each node in the hierarchy has a unique allocation. Remove Duplicates: If you find duplicate allocations, remove or consolidate them to ensure that each component or node
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