How To Fix MSG_FLEXIBLE_HIER000 - The hierarchy type &1 is not supported.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MSG_FLEXIBLE_HIER - Flexible Hierarchy message class

• Message number: 000

• Message text: The hierarchy type &1 is not supported.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MSG_FLEXIBLE_HIER000 - The hierarchy type &1 is not supported. ?

  The SAP error message MSG_FLEXIBLE_HIER000 with the description "The hierarchy type &1 is not supported" typically occurs in the context of working with flexible hierarchies in SAP, particularly in the areas of reporting or data modeling where hierarchies are used.
  
  Cause:
  This error message indicates that the hierarchy type specified (represented by &1) is not recognized or supported by the system. This can happen due to several reasons:
  
  
  Incorrect Hierarchy Type: The hierarchy type you are trying to use may not be defined in the system or may not be compatible with the operation you are attempting to perform.
  
  
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the hierarchy settings or the data model that prevent the use of the specified hierarchy type.
  
  
  Missing Authorizations: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access or use the specified hierarchy type.
  
  
  System Version: The hierarchy type may be available in a different version of SAP or