How To Fix RSAR322 - Hierarchy flag cannot be changed, as long as hierarchy title is active

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSAR - Data Transfer and Metadata Maintenance

• Message number: 322

• Message text: Hierarchy flag cannot be changed, as long as hierarchy title is active

What causes this issue?

You have attempted to change the hierarchy flag. However, the assigned
tab register is still active.

How to fix this error?

Activate another tab register and repeat the change.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSAR322 - Hierarchy flag cannot be changed, as long as hierarchy title is active ?

  The SAP error message RSAR322 indicates that you are trying to change the hierarchy flag of a hierarchy title that is currently active. This typically occurs in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) when dealing with InfoObjects and their hierarchies.
  Cause:
  The error occurs because the hierarchy you are trying to modify is currently in use or active. In SAP BW, hierarchies can be set to active or inactive, and certain changes (like changing the hierarchy flag) cannot be made while the hierarchy is active. This is a safeguard to prevent inconsistencies in reporting and data integrity.
  Solution:
  To resolve the RSAR322 error, you need to deactivate the hierarchy before making any changes to the hierarchy flag. Here are the steps to do this:
  
  
  Access the Hierarchy Maintenance:
  
  Go to the SAP BW modeling tools or the relevant transaction (like RSA1) where you can manage InfoObjects and their hierarchies.
  
  
  
  Locate the Hierarchy:
  
  Find the InfoObject that contains the hierarchy you want to modify. Navigate to the hierarchy section.
  
  
  
  Deactivate the Hierarchy:
  
  Select the active hierarchy and look for an option to deactivate it. This may be labeled as "Deactivate" or "Set Inactive" depending on the version of SAP BW you are using.
  
  
  
  Change the Hierarchy Flag:
  
  Once the hierarchy is deactivated, you can now change the hierarchy flag as needed.
  
  
  
  Reactivate the Hierarchy:
  
  After making the necessary changes, you can reactivate the hierarchy if required.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Hierarchy Management: Understanding how hierarchies work in SAP BW is crucial. Hierarchies are used to represent relationships between data points, and managing them properly ensures accurate reporting.
  Transport Requests: If you are working in a development environment, remember to include your changes in a transport request if you need to move them to a production environment.
  Documentation: Always refer to the official SAP documentation or help resources for the specific version of SAP BW you are using, as there may be slight variations in the process or additional considerations based on your system configuration.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the RSAR322 error and successfully change the hierarchy flag as needed.