How To Fix MSGC_SE_EAM101 - Lower level hierarchy does not exists for installation point &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MSGC_SE_EAM - EAM messages for services

• Message number: 101

• Message text: Lower level hierarchy does not exists for installation point &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MSGC_SE_EAM101 - Lower level hierarchy does not exists for installation point &1 ?

  The SAP error message MSGC_SE_EAM101 indicates that there is an issue with the hierarchy of the installation point specified in the system. Specifically, it means that the lower-level hierarchy does not exist for the given installation point. This can occur in various contexts, such as when working with Equipment, Functional Locations, or Maintenance Plans in the SAP EAM (Enterprise Asset Management) module.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Hierarchy Levels: The installation point you are trying to access or work with does not have the necessary lower-level hierarchy defined in the system.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration of the hierarchy might be incorrect or incomplete, leading to the absence of expected lower-level nodes.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the master data, such as missing or incorrectly linked equipment or functional locations.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or access the lower-level hierarchy.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Hierarchy Configuration:
  
  Navigate to the relevant configuration settings in SAP (e.g., SPRO) and verify that the hierarchy for the installation point is correctly defined.
  Ensure that all necessary lower-level nodes are created and linked properly.
  
  
  
  Verify Master Data:
  
  Check the master data for the installation point. Ensure that all required lower-level objects (like equipment or functional locations) are created and assigned correctly.
  Use transaction codes like IE03 (Display Equipment) or IL03 (Display Functional Location) to check the details.
  
  
  
  Create Missing Hierarchy Levels:
  
  If the lower-level hierarchy does not exist, you may need to create it. This can involve creating new functional locations or equipment and linking them to the installation point.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the lower-level hierarchy. This can be checked with the help of your SAP security team.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help files related to EAM and hierarchy management for additional guidance on how to set up and manage hierarchies.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance, especially if it seems to be a system-related issue.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as IE01 (Create Equipment), IL01 (Create Functional Location), and IP01 (Create Maintenance Plan) for managing equipment and functional locations.
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes that might address specific issues related to this error message.
  Training and Documentation: Consider training sessions or documentation on SAP EAM to better understand the hierarchy and its management.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.