How To Fix RSPLS_CR022 - Hierarchy '&2' does not contain combination '&1'

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSPLS_CR - Messages on Characteristic Relationships/Data Slices

• Message number: 022

• Message text: Hierarchy '&2' does not contain combination '&1'

What causes this issue?

The hierarchy with technical name '&V2&' is being used in characteristic
relationships for InfoCube '&V3&'. However, characteristic combination
&V1&' does not exist in this characteristic.

System Response

The characteristic combination is invalid.

How to fix this error?

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSPLS_CR022 - Hierarchy '&2' does not contain combination '&1' ?

  The SAP error message RSPLS_CR022 indicates that a specific hierarchy does not contain the combination of characteristics that you are trying to use in your query or report. This error typically occurs in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) when working with queries that involve hierarchies.
  Cause:
  The error is caused by one of the following reasons:
  
  Missing Combination: The combination of characteristics (e.g., a specific node in a hierarchy) you are trying to access does not exist in the specified hierarchy.
  Hierarchy Structure: The hierarchy may not be properly defined or may have been changed, leading to the absence of the expected combination.
  Data Loading Issues: There may be issues with data loading or extraction that have resulted in incomplete or missing data in the hierarchy.
  Incorrect Query Design: The query may be incorrectly designed, referencing a hierarchy that does not include the specified combination.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the RSPLS_CR022 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Hierarchy Definition:
  
  Go to the hierarchy maintenance transaction (e.g., RSH1 for Hierarchy Maintenance) and verify that the hierarchy is correctly defined and contains the expected nodes.
  
  
  
  Validate Data:
  
  Ensure that the data has been loaded correctly into the hierarchy. You can check the data in the InfoObject or the relevant data source to confirm that the combination exists.
  
  
  
  Review Query Design:
  
  Open the query in the Query Designer and check the characteristics and hierarchy settings. Make sure that the hierarchy you are referencing is the correct one and that it includes the necessary combinations.
  
  
  
  Rebuild Hierarchy:
  
  If the hierarchy is corrupted or not functioning as expected, consider rebuilding it. This may involve deleting and recreating the hierarchy or reloading the data.
  
  
  
  Check Authorization:
  
  Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to access the hierarchy and the data within it.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to the specific hierarchy and characteristics you are working with for any additional insights or known issues.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: RSH1 (Hierarchy Maintenance), RSA1 (Data Warehousing Workbench), RSRT (Query Monitor).
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues or provide additional troubleshooting steps related to this error.
  Support: If the issue persists after following the above steps, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting the SAP Community for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the RSPLS_CR022 error and implement a solution to resolve it.