How To Fix RH404 - InfoObject & does not support hierarchies

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 404

• Message text: InfoObject & does not support hierarchies

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RH404 - InfoObject & does not support hierarchies ?

  The SAP error message "RH404 InfoObject & does not support hierarchies" typically occurs in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP BI (Business Intelligence) when you are trying to use a characteristic (InfoObject) that does not have hierarchy support in a query or report.
  Cause:
  
  InfoObject Configuration: The InfoObject you are trying to use does not have the hierarchy feature enabled. This can happen if the InfoObject is not defined to support hierarchies in its settings.
  Query Design: The query or report you are trying to run is attempting to use a hierarchy for an InfoObject that does not support it.
  Data Model: The data model may not be set up correctly to include hierarchies for the specific InfoObject.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check InfoObject Settings:
  
  Go to the InfoObject maintenance transaction (e.g., RSA1).
  Find the InfoObject in question and check its properties.
  Ensure that the "Hierarchy" option is enabled for the InfoObject. If it is not, you may need to create a new InfoObject that supports hierarchies or modify the existing one (if possible).
  
  
  
  Modify Query:
  
  If the InfoObject does not support hierarchies, you will need to modify the query or report to remove any hierarchy-related features or filters that are being applied to that InfoObject.
  
  
  
  Create Hierarchies:
  
  If you need to use hierarchies, consider creating a new InfoObject that supports hierarchies and then define the necessary hierarchies for that InfoObject.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources for more detailed instructions on how to enable hierarchies for InfoObjects and how to work with them in queries.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any specific issues or patches related to the error message. Sometimes, there may be known issues or updates that can resolve the problem.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they have found.
  Training and Documentation: Consider reviewing training materials or documentation related to InfoObjects and hierarchies in SAP BW/BI to better understand how to configure and use them effectively.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the RH404 error and successfully work with InfoObjects and hierarchies in your SAP environment.