How To Fix RSCV160 - Hierarchy screen & has SUM(FACTOR)=&, but the value must be 1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSCV - Analysis of BW objects (InfoCubes...)

• Message number: 160

• Message text: Hierarchy screen & has SUM(FACTOR)=&, but the value must be 1

What causes this issue?

The sheet enters is in an inconsistent state. For example, sheets can
appear several times in a hierarchy, but in order to execute a query it
is necessary that a sheet is only counted once, both in the sum and
also individually.

System Response

Queries about this hierarchy deliver incorrect results.

How to fix this error?

Start the repair in the initial screen or the program
'RRINCLTAB_REBUILD'.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSCV160 - Hierarchy screen & has SUM(FACTOR)=&, but the value must be 1 ?

  The SAP error message RSCV160 typically occurs in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) when dealing with hierarchies in InfoObjects. This error indicates that the sum of the factors assigned to the nodes in a hierarchy does not equal 1, which is a requirement for certain types of hierarchies, particularly when they are used for planning or allocation purposes.
  Cause:
  The error arises when the hierarchy nodes have been assigned factors (weights) that do not sum up to 1. This can happen due to:
  
  Incorrect manual entry of factors for the hierarchy nodes.
  Changes in the hierarchy structure that were not reflected in the factor assignments.
  Data inconsistencies or corruption in the hierarchy definition.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the RSCV160 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Hierarchy Definition:
  
  Go to the hierarchy maintenance transaction (e.g., RSH1 for InfoObjects).
  Review the hierarchy structure and ensure that all nodes are correctly defined.
  
  
  
  Verify Factor Assignments:
  
  Check the factors assigned to each node in the hierarchy.
  Ensure that the sum of all factors equals 1. If it does not, adjust the factors accordingly.
  
  
  
  Adjust Factors:
  
  If you find that the factors do not sum to 1, you can either:
  
  Normalize the factors so that they sum to 1.
  Remove or adjust any incorrect factors.
  
  
  
  
  
  Revalidate the Hierarchy:
  
  After making adjustments, revalidate the hierarchy to ensure that the changes are correctly applied and that the error is resolved.
  
  
  
  Transport Changes:
  
  If you are working in a development environment, ensure that any changes are transported to the production environment if necessary.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the changes, test the hierarchy in the relevant reports or planning functions to ensure that it works as expected.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Hierarchy Types: Understand the type of hierarchy you are working with (e.g., parent-child, level-based) as this can affect how factors are applied.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidelines on managing hierarchies and factors in BW.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues or provide additional guidance on this error.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP BW expert for further assistance.