How To Fix RSPLS479 - Hierarchy &1 in relationship &2 contains link nodes (not permitted here)

RSPLS479 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSPLS - General Messages

• Message number: 479

• Message text: Hierarchy &1 in relationship &2 contains link nodes (not permitted here)

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RSPLS479 - Details

• The SAP error message RSPLS479 indicates that there is an issue with a hierarchy in a relationship within the SAP BW (Business Warehouse) system. Specifically, the error states that the hierarchy contains link nodes, which are not permitted in the context of the operation you are trying to perform.
  
  Cause:
  The error typically arises when:
  
  Link Nodes: The hierarchy you are working with includes link nodes. Link nodes are used to create references to other nodes in a hierarchy but are not allowed in certain operations, such as when you are trying to use the hierarchy in a context that requires a complete and standalone structure.
  Hierarchy Structure: The structure of the hierarchy may not be valid for the operation you are attempting, which could involve aggregating data or performing calculations that require a complete hierarchy without references.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the RSPLS479 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check the Hierarchy: Review the hierarchy associated