How To Fix RSM624 - Higher-level node & does not exist in the InfoArea hierarchy

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSM -

• Message number: 624

• Message text: Higher-level node & does not exist in the InfoArea hierarchy

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSM624 - Higher-level node & does not exist in the InfoArea hierarchy ?

  The SAP error message RSM624 indicates that there is an issue with the hierarchy structure in the InfoArea of your SAP system. Specifically, it means that a higher-level node that is expected to exist in the hierarchy does not actually exist. This can occur in various contexts, such as when working with InfoObjects, InfoProviders, or when trying to create or modify hierarchies in SAP BW (Business Warehouse).
  Cause:
  
  Missing Hierarchy Node: The higher-level node that is referenced in your hierarchy does not exist. This could be due to deletion, incorrect configuration, or a mismatch in the hierarchy structure.
  Incorrect Hierarchy Assignment: The hierarchy might be incorrectly assigned to an InfoObject or InfoProvider, leading to inconsistencies.
  Transport Issues: If the hierarchy was transported from one system to another, it might not have been transported correctly, leading to missing nodes.
  Data Model Changes: Changes in the data model or InfoObjects that affect the hierarchy structure can also lead to this error.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Hierarchy Structure: Verify the hierarchy structure in the InfoArea. Ensure that all higher-level nodes referenced in your hierarchy exist and are correctly configured.
  Recreate Missing Nodes: If a higher-level node is missing, you may need to recreate it in the hierarchy.
  Adjust Hierarchy Assignments: Ensure that the hierarchy is correctly assigned to the relevant InfoObject or InfoProvider.
  Transport Validation: If the issue arose after a transport, check the transport logs to ensure that all necessary objects were transported correctly.
  Use Transaction Codes: Use transaction codes like RSA1 (Data Warehousing Workbench) to navigate to the InfoArea and check the hierarchy settings.
  Check for Data Model Changes: Review any recent changes made to the data model or InfoObjects that could affect the hierarchy.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as RSA1 for the Data Warehousing Workbench, RSH1 for managing hierarchies, and RSH2 for displaying hierarchies.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to hierarchy management in your version of SAP BW.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation for detailed guidance on managing hierarchies and InfoObjects in SAP BW.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting the SAP Community for further assistance.