How To Fix RSCV163 - Hierarchy leaf & is missing in the SID table

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 163

• Message text: Hierarchy leaf & is missing in the SID table

What causes this issue?

When checking the hierarchy a sheet was found whose SID does not appear
in the SID table of the corresponding InfoObject. The meaning of this
sheet cannot, therefore, be determined.

System Response

The hierarchy cannot be used.

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 RSCV163 - Hierarchy leaf & is missing in the SID table ?

  The SAP error message RSCV163 indicates that a hierarchy leaf is missing in the SID (Surrogate ID) table. This typically occurs in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) when dealing with hierarchies in InfoObjects. Here’s a breakdown of the cause, potential solutions, and related information:
  Cause:
  
  Missing SID Entries: The SID table for the InfoObject does not contain entries for certain hierarchy nodes. This can happen if the hierarchy was changed or if data was deleted without properly updating the SID table.
  Data Load Issues: If there was an issue during the data load process, it might not have populated the SID table correctly.
  Hierarchy Changes: If a hierarchy was modified (e.g., nodes added or removed) without corresponding updates to the SID table, it can lead to inconsistencies.
  Transport Issues: If the hierarchy was transported from one system to another, and the SID table was not included or updated, this error can occur.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Rebuild the SID Table:
  
  You can rebuild the SID table for the affected InfoObject. This can be done using transaction code RSD1 (InfoObject maintenance) and then selecting the option to rebuild the SID table.
  Alternatively, you can use the transaction RSADMIN to execute the report RS_BW_HIER_SID_REBUILD to rebuild the SID table.
  
  
  
  Check Hierarchy Consistency:
  
  Use transaction RSH1 to check the hierarchy for the InfoObject and ensure that all nodes are correctly defined and that there are no inconsistencies.
  
  
  
  Data Load:
  
  If the issue arose after a data load, check the load logs for errors and ensure that the data was loaded correctly. You may need to re-execute the data load.
  
  
  
  Transport Check:
  
  If the hierarchy was transported, ensure that all necessary objects, including the SID tables, were included in the transport request.
  
  
  
  Manual Correction:
  
  In some cases, you may need to manually add the missing entries to the SID table if you know what they should be. This is more of a last resort and should be done with caution.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  RSD1: InfoObject Maintenance
  RSH1: Hierarchy Maintenance
  RSADMIN: Administration for BW
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for more details on managing hierarchies and SID tables in BW.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address specific issues related to this error message.
  
  Best Practices:
  
  Regularly monitor and maintain your BW system to prevent such issues.
  Ensure that all changes to hierarchies are followed by appropriate updates to the SID tables.
  Keep your system updated with the latest patches and notes from SAP to avoid known issues.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.