How To Fix /PM0/ABC_IBC136 - Parent cannot be determined in this view; import not possible

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• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PM0/ABC_IBC -

• Message number: 136

• Message text: Parent cannot be determined in this view; import not possible

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PM0/ABC_IBC136 - Parent cannot be determined in this view; import not possible ?

  The SAP error message /PM0/ABC_IBC136 Parent cannot be determined in this view; import not possible typically occurs in the context of SAP Integrated Business Planning (IBP) or SAP Analytics Cloud (SAC) when there is an issue with the hierarchy or structure of the data being imported. This error indicates that the system is unable to identify the parent node for a particular record in the data view you are trying to import.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Parent Data: The parent node for the data being imported does not exist in the target hierarchy. This can happen if the parent node has not been created or if there is a mismatch in the hierarchy structure.
  Incorrect Hierarchy Configuration: The hierarchy configuration in the model may not be set up correctly, leading to issues in identifying parent-child relationships.
  Data Integrity Issues: There may be inconsistencies in the data being imported, such as missing or incorrect identifiers that link child records to their parents.
  View Configuration: The view from which you are trying to import data may not be configured correctly to recognize the parent-child relationships.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Hierarchy Structure: Verify that the parent nodes exist in the hierarchy. Ensure that all necessary parent nodes are created and correctly configured in the system.
  Review Data: Inspect the data you are trying to import for any missing or incorrect parent identifiers. Ensure that all child records have valid references to their respective parent nodes.
  Update View Configuration: If applicable, review the configuration of the view from which you are importing data. Ensure that it is set up to recognize the parent-child relationships correctly.
  Data Mapping: Ensure that the data mapping between the source and target systems is correct. This includes checking that the identifiers used for parent-child relationships are consistent across both systems.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or support resources for specific guidance on the error message and related configuration settings.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they have found.
  Testing: After making changes, perform a test import to verify that the issue has been resolved.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to reach out to SAP support for further assistance.