How To Fix RSL_UI309 - Local hierarchy can only be changed by creator

RSL_UI309 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSL_UI -

• Message number: 309

• Message text: Local hierarchy can only be changed by creator

What causes this issue?

Local hierarchy on authorization relevant InfoObject can only be changed
by the creator, because the structure of the displayed hierarchy depends
on the authorization profile of each user.

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

System Response

How to fix this error?

Create your own local hierarchy on this InfoObject.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSL_UI309 - Local hierarchy can only be changed by creator ?

  The SAP error message RSL_UI309: Local hierarchy can only be changed by creator typically occurs in the context of SAP applications that involve hierarchical data structures, such as SAP Business Warehouse (BW) or SAP Analytics Cloud (SAC). This error indicates that a user is attempting to modify a local hierarchy that they did not create, which is restricted by the system to maintain data integrity and ownership.
  
  Cause:
  
  Ownership Restrictions: The local hierarchy is designed to be modified only by the user who created it. This is a common practice to prevent unauthorized changes to data structures that may affect reporting or analysis.
  User Permissions: The user may not have the necessary permissions to edit the hierarchy, which is often tied to the creator's role or specific authorizations in the system.
  Session Context: The error may also arise if the user is working in a session that does not recognize them as the creator