How To Fix MSG_FLEXIBLE_HIER038 - The generated hierarchy does not contain any data. Please try again.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MSG_FLEXIBLE_HIER - Flexible Hierarchy message class

• Message number: 038

• Message text: The generated hierarchy does not contain any data. Please try again.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MSG_FLEXIBLE_HIER038 - The generated hierarchy does not contain any data. Please try again. ?

  The SAP error message MSG_FLEXIBLE_HIER038 indicates that the generated hierarchy does not contain any data. This typically occurs when you are trying to create or display a flexible hierarchy in SAP, but the underlying data source does not have any entries that meet the criteria for the hierarchy.
  Causes:
  
  No Data in Source: The most common cause is that the data source (e.g., InfoObject, characteristic, or data source) does not contain any records that can be used to generate the hierarchy.
  Incorrect Selection Criteria: The selection criteria used to generate the hierarchy may be too restrictive, resulting in no data being selected.
  Hierarchy Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the hierarchy itself, such as incorrect settings or missing nodes.
  Data Load Issues: If the data has not been loaded correctly into the system, it may lead to an empty hierarchy.
  Authorization Issues: Lack of proper authorizations may prevent the system from accessing the data needed to generate the hierarchy.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Data Source: Verify that the data source you are using to generate the hierarchy contains data. You can do this by running a query or report on the data source.
  Review Selection Criteria: Ensure that the selection criteria you are using to generate the hierarchy are appropriate and not overly restrictive. Adjust the criteria if necessary.
  Hierarchy Configuration: Review the configuration of the hierarchy to ensure that it is set up correctly. Check for any missing nodes or incorrect settings.
  Data Load Verification: If you suspect that data has not been loaded correctly, check the data load process to ensure that it has completed successfully and that the data is available in the system.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to access the data. If you suspect authorization issues, consult with your SAP security team.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may want to use transaction codes like RSA1 (Data Warehousing Workbench) to check the data sources and hierarchies.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation for flexible hierarchies to understand the configuration and data requirements better.
  
  If the issue persists after checking these areas, consider reaching out to your SAP support team for further assistance.