How To Fix RSM596 - Select a hierarchy

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSM -

• Message number: 596

• Message text: Select a hierarchy

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSM596 - Select a hierarchy ?

  The SAP error message RSM596, which states "Select a hierarchy," typically occurs in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP BI (Business Intelligence) when a user is trying to execute a query or report that requires a hierarchy to be selected, but none has been specified.
  Cause:
  
  No Hierarchy Selected: The most common cause of this error is that the user has not selected a hierarchy for the characteristic in the query or report.
  Hierarchy Not Available: The hierarchy that the user is trying to access may not be available or activated in the system.
  Incorrect Query Design: The query may be designed in such a way that it requires a hierarchy, but the necessary settings or selections have not been made.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to access certain hierarchies.
  
  Solution:
  
  Select a Hierarchy: When prompted with the error, ensure that you select a valid hierarchy for the characteristic in question. This can usually be done in the selection screen of the query or report.
  Check Hierarchy Activation: Verify that the hierarchy you want to use is activated in the InfoObject settings. You can do this by navigating to the InfoObject in the Data Warehousing Workbench and checking the hierarchy settings.
  Review Query Design: If you are designing a query, ensure that the hierarchy is properly configured in the query properties. You may need to adjust the settings to allow for hierarchy selection.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to access the hierarchy. You may need to contact your SAP security administrator to verify your access rights.
  Consult Documentation: If the issue persists, refer to SAP documentation or support resources for further guidance on hierarchy management and query design.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they have found.
  Training and Documentation: Consider reviewing training materials or documentation related to SAP BW/BI to better understand how hierarchies work and how to effectively use them in queries.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the RSM596 error and successfully select a hierarchy for your SAP BW/BI queries.