How To Fix MSGC_SE_EAM098 - Upper level hierarchy does not exists for given installation point

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MSGC_SE_EAM - EAM messages for services

• Message number: 098

• Message text: Upper level hierarchy does not exists for given installation point

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MSGC_SE_EAM098 - Upper level hierarchy does not exists for given installation point ?

  The SAP error message MSGC_SE_EAM098 indicates that there is an issue with the hierarchy structure in the Enterprise Asset Management (EAM) module. Specifically, it means that the upper-level hierarchy for the specified installation point does not exist. This can occur in various scenarios, such as when trying to assign a piece of equipment to a functional location or when performing maintenance tasks.
  Cause
  The error can be caused by several factors:
  
  Missing Hierarchy Levels: The upper-level functional location or equipment that should exist in the hierarchy is missing or has not been created.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration of the hierarchy may not be set up correctly, leading to inconsistencies.
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies in the master data, such as incorrect installation point assignments or missing relationships.
  Transport Issues: If the hierarchy was recently transported from another system, it may not have been transported correctly.
  
  Solution
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Hierarchy Structure:
  
  Navigate to the functional location or equipment hierarchy in SAP.
  Verify that the upper-level hierarchy exists for the installation point in question.
  
  
  
  Create Missing Hierarchy Levels:
  
  If the upper-level hierarchy does not exist, create it using transaction codes like IL01 (Create Functional Location) or IE01 (Create Equipment).
  
  
  
  Verify Installation Point:
  
  Ensure that the installation point is correctly assigned to the functional location or equipment.
  Use transaction IL03 (Display Functional Location) or IE03 (Display Equipment) to check the details.
  
  
  
  Check Master Data:
  
  Review the master data for any inconsistencies or missing entries.
  Ensure that all necessary relationships between functional locations and equipment are established.
  
  
  
  Transport Issues:
  
  If the hierarchy was recently transported, check the transport logs for any errors.
  Ensure that all necessary objects were included in the transport request.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for additional guidance on managing functional locations and equipment hierarchies.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as IL01, IL02, IL03 (for functional locations) and IE01, IE02, IE03 (for equipment).
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for potential fixes or patches.
  EAM Configuration: Review the configuration settings for EAM to ensure that the hierarchy settings are correctly defined.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue related to the MSGC_SE_EAM098 error message in SAP.