How To Fix MPE_PLAN_EXEC016 - Error while inserting entries into hierarchy table

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MPE_PLAN_EXEC - Message Class for Planning to Execution

• Message number: 016

• Message text: Error while inserting entries into hierarchy table

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MPE_PLAN_EXEC016 - Error while inserting entries into hierarchy table ?

  The SAP error message MPE_PLAN_EXEC016 typically indicates an issue when the system is trying to insert entries into a hierarchy table during planning or execution processes. This error can arise due to various reasons, and understanding the cause is crucial for finding an appropriate solution.
  Possible Causes:
  
  Data Integrity Issues: There may be inconsistencies or invalid data in the hierarchy structure that is being processed.
  Database Constraints: The insertion might violate database constraints such as primary key or foreign key constraints.
  Locking Issues: The hierarchy table might be locked by another transaction, preventing the insertion of new entries.
  Configuration Errors: Incorrect configuration settings in the planning application or hierarchy setup can lead to this error.
  Authorization Issues: The user executing the transaction may not have the necessary authorizations to modify the hierarchy table.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Data Integrity:
  
  Review the data being inserted to ensure it adheres to the expected format and structure.
  Validate that there are no duplicate entries or