How To Fix RSCV166 - InfoCube & does not contain any InfoObjects with hierarchies

RSCV166 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 166

• Message text: InfoCube & does not contain any InfoObjects with hierarchies

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSCV166 - InfoCube & does not contain any InfoObjects with hierarchies ?

  The SAP error message RSCV166 indicates that the specified InfoCube does not contain any InfoObjects that have hierarchies defined. This can occur in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) when you are trying to work with an InfoCube that is expected to have hierarchical data but does not.
  
  Cause:
  
  No Hierarchies Defined: The InfoObjects associated with the InfoCube do not have any hierarchies defined. Hierarchies are typically used for dimensions that require a parent-child relationship (e.g., organizational structures, product categories).
  Incorrect InfoCube Configuration: The InfoCube may not have been configured correctly to include InfoObjects that support hierarchies.
  Data Model Changes: Changes in the data model or InfoObject definitions may have led to the removal of hierarchies.
  Transport Issues: If the InfoCube was transported from one system to another, there may have been issues during the transport that affected the hierarchy definitions.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check InfoObject Definitions: Go to the InfoObjects associated with the InfoCube and verify if