How To Fix RSPLPPM116 - Cannot find hierarchy &1 (version &2) with characteristic &3

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSPLPPM - Message Class for Package RSPLPPM

• Message number: 116

• Message text: Cannot find hierarchy &1 (version &2) with characteristic &3

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSPLPPM116 - Cannot find hierarchy &1 (version &2) with characteristic &3 ?

  The SAP error message RSPLPPM116 indicates that the system is unable to find a specific hierarchy for a given characteristic and version. This error typically occurs in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP BW/4HANA when working with planning functions or queries that rely on specific hierarchies.
  Cause:
  The error can be caused by several factors:
  
  Missing Hierarchy: The specified hierarchy does not exist in the system for the given characteristic and version.
  Incorrect Version: The version specified in the error message may not be valid or may not have been activated.
  Data Model Issues: There may be issues with the data model or the way hierarchies are defined in the InfoObject.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the hierarchy.
  Transport Issues: If the hierarchy was recently transported from another system, it may not have been properly activated or may be missing.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the RSPLPPM116 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Hierarchy Existence:
  
  Go to the relevant InfoObject in the SAP BW system and check if the hierarchy exists for the specified characteristic and version.
  Use transaction code RSD1 to view the InfoObject and check the hierarchy settings.
  
  
  
  Verify Version:
  
  Ensure that the version specified in the error message is correct and that it has been activated. You can check this in the planning area settings.
  
  
  
  Activate Hierarchy:
  
  If the hierarchy exists but is not activated, activate it. You can do this in the hierarchy maintenance screen.
  
  
  
  Check Data Model:
  
  Review the data model to ensure that the hierarchy is correctly defined and linked to the characteristic.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that the user executing the planning function or query has the necessary authorizations to access the hierarchy.
  
  
  
  Transport Check:
  
  If the hierarchy was recently transported, check the transport logs to ensure that it was successfully imported and activated in the target system.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific version of SAP BW you are using for any additional troubleshooting steps or known issues.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  RSD1 - InfoObject maintenance
  RSPLF - Planning function maintenance
  RSPLPPM - Planning area maintenance
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the RSPLPPM116 error and implement the necessary solution.