How To Fix RSM666 - No selected hierarchy exists

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSM -

• Message number: 666

• Message text: No selected hierarchy exists

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSM666 - No selected hierarchy exists ?

  The SAP error message "RSM666 No selected hierarchy exists" typically occurs in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP BI (Business Intelligence) when a user attempts to execute a query or report that requires a specific hierarchy, but that hierarchy is not available or has not been defined for the selected characteristics.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Hierarchy: The hierarchy that the query is trying to access has not been created or activated in the InfoObject.
  Incorrect Query Design: The query may be designed to use a hierarchy that is not applicable to the selected data or InfoObject.
  Data Source Issues: The data source may not have the necessary hierarchy information loaded or available.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the hierarchy.
  Hierarchy Not Assigned: The hierarchy might not be assigned to the InfoObject in the data model.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Hierarchy Definition:
  
  Go to the InfoObject maintenance (transaction code RSD1) and check if the required hierarchy is defined and active for the relevant InfoObject.
  If it is not defined, create the hierarchy and ensure it is activated.
  
  
  
  Review Query Design:
  
  Open the query in the Query Designer (transaction code RSRT or BEx Query Designer) and verify that the correct hierarchy is selected for the characteristic in question.
  Ensure that the hierarchy is relevant to the data being queried.
  
  
  
  Load Data:
  
  If the hierarchy is defined but not showing up, ensure that the data has been loaded correctly into the InfoProvider. You may need to run the data load process again.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the hierarchy. This can be checked in the user roles and authorizations.
  
  
  
  Assign Hierarchy:
  
  If the hierarchy is not assigned to the InfoObject, you can do this in the InfoObject maintenance screen.
  
  
  
  Test with Different Data:
  
  Sometimes, the issue may be specific to certain data selections. Try running the query with different filters or selections to see if the hierarchy appears.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  RSD1: InfoObject maintenance
  RSRT: Execute Query
  BEx Query Designer: For designing and modifying queries
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for more details on hierarchies in BW/BI.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or BW team for further investigation.