How To Fix R7B259 - Objects for Temporal Hierarchy Join could not be generated

R7B259 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: R7B - BW Metadata (InfoCube, InfoObject, InfoObject catalog)

• Message number: 259

• Message text: Objects for Temporal Hierarchy Join could not be generated

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message R7B259 - Objects for Temporal Hierarchy Join could not be generated ?

  The SAP error message R7B259, which states "Objects for Temporal Hierarchy Join could not be generated," typically occurs in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP HANA when there are issues related to the temporal hierarchy or the data model configuration.
  Causes:
  
  Missing or Incorrect Hierarchy Configuration: The hierarchy that is supposed to be used for the temporal join may not be properly defined or may be missing.
  Data Model Issues: There could be inconsistencies or errors in the data model that prevent the generation of the required objects.
  Incompatible Data Types: The data types of the fields involved in the join may not be compatible, leading to errors during the generation process.
  Authorization Issues: Lack of necessary authorizations to access the required objects or to perform the join operation.
  System Configuration: There may be issues with the system configuration or settings that affect the generation of temporal hierarchy joins.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Hierarchy Configuration: Ensure that