How To Fix RSRV148 - Predecessor &1 from node &2 (LISTNO &3) is not in the hierarchy

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSRV -

• Message number: 148

• Message text: Predecessor &1 from node &2 (LISTNO &3) is not in the hierarchy

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSRV148 - Predecessor &1 from node &2 (LISTNO &3) is not in the hierarchy ?

  The SAP error message RSRV148 indicates that there is an issue with a predecessor node in a hierarchy within the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP BI (Business Intelligence). This error typically arises when a node that is expected to be part of a hierarchy is missing or not properly defined.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Node: The predecessor node specified in the error message is not present in the hierarchy. This could happen if the node was deleted or not created.
  Incorrect Hierarchy Definition: The hierarchy might not be correctly defined, leading to inconsistencies.
  Data Load Issues: If data was loaded incorrectly or incompletely, it could lead to missing nodes in the hierarchy.
  Hierarchy Activation: The hierarchy may not be activated or may be in an inconsistent state.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Hierarchy Definition:
  
  Go to the hierarchy maintenance transaction (e.g., RSH1 for Hierarchy Maintenance).
  Verify that the predecessor node exists in the hierarchy.
  If it is missing, you may need to recreate it or adjust the hierarchy structure.
  
  
  
  Rebuild the Hierarchy:
  
  If the hierarchy is corrupted, consider rebuilding it. This can be done by deleting the existing hierarchy and creating a new one.
  
  
  
  Data Consistency Check:
  
  Use transaction RSRV (Data Consistency Check) to check for inconsistencies in the hierarchy.
  Execute the relevant checks to identify and resolve issues.
  
  
  
  Check Data Loads:
  
  Review the data load process to ensure that all necessary nodes are being loaded correctly.
  If there are issues with the data load, correct them and reload the data.
  
  
  
  Hierarchy Activation:
  
  Ensure that the hierarchy is activated. If it is not, activate it to make it available for reporting.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific version of SAP BW/BI you are using for any additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  RSH1: Hierarchy Maintenance
  RSRV: Data Consistency Check
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  Support: If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue related to the RSRV148 error message.