How To Fix RH035 - The subtree root &1 does not exist in the target hierarchy

RH035 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RH - BW: Hierarchies ( basic functions )

• Message number: 035

• Message text: The subtree root &1 does not exist in the target hierarchy

What causes this issue?

The root node with InfoObject &V2& and technical name &V1& for the
hierarchy that needs to be included as a subtree does not exist in the
target hierarchy as a node.

System Response

The hierarchy is not included as a subtree, and the process is
cancelled.

How to fix this error?

If the hierarchy needs to be included as a subtree by means of the
loading process, the hierarchy to be loaded or the target hierarchy
needs to be changes so that the root node to be included in the
hierarchy as a subtree occurs in the target hierarchy as a node.

Procedure for System Administrators

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RH035 - The subtree root &1 does not exist in the target hierarchy ?

  The SAP error message RH035, which states "The subtree root &1 does not exist in the target hierarchy," typically occurs in the context of organizational management or when working with hierarchical structures in SAP, such as positions, jobs, or organizational units.
  
  Cause:
  This error usually arises when you are trying to perform an operation (like a transfer, copy, or move) on a node in a hierarchy, but the specified node (subtree root) does not exist in the target hierarchy. This can happen due to several reasons:
  
  Incorrect Node Reference: The node you are trying to reference does not exist in the target hierarchy.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the data, such as missing entries or incorrect configurations.
  Hierarchy Changes: The hierarchy may have been modified (nodes added or removed) after the last update, leading to references that are no longer valid.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to view