How To Fix RDM_OPT_COMMON003 - Hierarchy ID &1 is not active

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RDM_OPT_COMMON - Price Optimization: Messages for General Area

• Message number: 003

• Message text: Hierarchy ID &1 is not active

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RDM_OPT_COMMON003 - Hierarchy ID &1 is not active ?

  The SAP error message RDM_OPT_COMMON003 indicates that a specific Hierarchy ID (identified by &1) is not active in the system. This error typically arises in the context of SAP's data management or reporting functionalities, particularly when dealing with hierarchies in reporting or master data.
  Cause:
  
  Inactive Hierarchy: The most common cause of this error is that the specified hierarchy is not activated in the system. Hierarchies must be activated before they can be used in reports or other functionalities.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the system that prevent the hierarchy from being recognized as active.
  Data Consistency: There could be inconsistencies in the data that lead to the hierarchy being marked as inactive.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to access or activate the hierarchy.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Activate the Hierarchy:
  
  Navigate to the relevant transaction or configuration area where hierarchies are managed (e.g., transaction code RSD1 for InfoObjects in BW).
  Check the status of the hierarchy with the specified ID and activate it if it is not active.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the hierarchy is correctly configured in the system. This may involve checking settings in the relevant modules (e.g., BW, FI, CO).
  Review the hierarchy settings to ensure that all necessary parameters are correctly set.
  
  
  
  Data Consistency Check:
  
  Run consistency checks on the data to ensure that there are no issues that could lead to the hierarchy being inactive.
  Use transaction codes like RSMO or RSCONN01 to check for inconsistencies in the data.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Verify that the user encountering the error has the necessary authorizations to access and activate the hierarchy.
  Consult with your SAP security team if there are any authorization issues.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific details related to the hierarchy in question. This can provide insights into any additional steps that may be required.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as RSD1 (for InfoObjects), RSC1 (for InfoProviders), and others that may be relevant to your specific SAP module.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. SAP Notes can provide additional context or solutions that may not be immediately apparent.
  Support: If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP support team for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message RDM_OPT_COMMON003 and ensure that the hierarchy is active and usable in your SAP environment.