How To Fix RH609 - Could not delete all remote hierarchy headers

RH609 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 609

• Message text: Could not delete all remote hierarchy headers

What causes this issue?

A data transfer process for direct access hierarchies was deleted. The
associated headers of the direct access hierarchies for InfoObject &V1&
could not be deleted.

System Response

The hierarchy headers are not deleted. Processing is completed without
errors.

How to fix this error?

If necessary, delete the headers of the direct access hierarchies for
InfoObject &V1& using transaction RSH1. To do this, select the
hierarchies for InfoObject &V1&that are marked as direct access
hierarchies and choose <LS><PF>Delete</></>.

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.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RH609 - Could not delete all remote hierarchy headers ?

  The SAP error message RH609, "Could not delete all remote hierarchy headers," typically occurs in the context of SAP HR (Human Resources) when there are issues related to the deletion of organizational units or positions in a remote hierarchy. This error can arise due to various reasons, including data inconsistencies, dependencies, or configuration issues.
  Causes:
  
  Data Dependencies: The organizational unit or position you are trying to delete may have existing dependencies, such as employees assigned to it, or it may be linked to other organizational structures.
  Remote Hierarchy Issues: If the hierarchy is distributed across different systems or clients, there may be synchronization issues or problems with the remote data.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to delete certain entries in the hierarchy.
  Configuration Errors: There may be configuration issues in the organizational management settings that prevent the deletion of certain hierarchy headers.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Dependencies: Before attempting to delete an organizational unit