How To Fix RSPLF138 - Hierarchy &1 for InfoObject &2 not found

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSPLF - Planning Framework

• Message number: 138

• Message text: Hierarchy &1 for InfoObject &2 not found

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSPLF138 - Hierarchy &1 for InfoObject &2 not found ?

  The SAP error message RSPLF138 indicates that a hierarchy for a specific InfoObject could not be found. This error typically occurs in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) when working with hierarchies in queries or reports.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Hierarchy: The specified hierarchy for the InfoObject does not exist in the system. This could be due to the hierarchy not being created or activated.
  Incorrect InfoObject: The InfoObject specified in the error message may be incorrect or misspelled.
  Transport Issues: If the hierarchy was recently transported from another system, it may not have been transported correctly or may not exist in the target system.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the hierarchy.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Hierarchy Existence:
  
  Go to the SAP BW modeling tools and check if the hierarchy for the specified InfoObject exists.
  You can do this by navigating to the InfoObject in the Data Warehousing Workbench (transaction RSA1) and checking the hierarchies associated with it.
  
  
  
  Create or Activate Hierarchy:
  
  If the hierarchy does not exist, you may need to create it. This can be done in the InfoObject maintenance screen.
  If the hierarchy exists but is not activated, activate it.
  
  
  
  Verify InfoObject Name:
  
  Ensure that the InfoObject name specified in the error message is correct. Check for any typos or discrepancies.
  
  
  
  Check Transport Requests:
  
  If the hierarchy was supposed to be transported from another system, check the transport requests to ensure that they were successfully imported.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the hierarchy. This can be checked in the user roles and authorizations.
  
  
  
  Rebuild Hierarchy:
  
  If the hierarchy is corrupted or not functioning as expected, consider rebuilding it.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  RSA1: Data Warehousing Workbench
  RSD1: InfoObject Maintenance
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to hierarchies and InfoObjects.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP BW documentation for detailed steps on managing hierarchies and InfoObjects.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or BW team for further investigation.