How To Fix RH605 - Technical hierarchy name of a hierarchy cannot be initial

RH605 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 605

• Message text: Technical hierarchy name of a hierarchy cannot be initial

What causes this issue?

When you tried to update the hierarchy, the technical name of the
hierarchy was not filled, that is, it was initial.

System Response

Processing terminated.

How to fix this error?

Either the hierarchy name was not filled by the extractor, or the target
field (InfoObject 0H_HEINM) was not filled or was filled with the
initial value. Check the extractor with Transaction RSA3 in the source
system.

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.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RH605 - Technical hierarchy name of a hierarchy cannot be initial ?

  The SAP error message RH605 indicates that the technical hierarchy name of a hierarchy cannot be initial. This error typically occurs in the context of SAP HR (Human Resources) or SAP Organizational Management (OM) when you are trying to create or modify a hierarchy without providing a valid technical name.
  
  Cause:
  
  Missing Technical Name: The most common cause of this error is that the technical name of the hierarchy is not provided or is left blank (initial).
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be an issue with the configuration of the hierarchy in the system, leading to the requirement of a valid technical name.
  Data Entry Error: A simple oversight during data entry could lead to this error, such as accidentally omitting the technical name field.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Provide a Valid Technical Name: Ensure that you enter a valid technical name for the hierarchy. This name should not be blank and must adhere to the naming conventions set by