How To Fix RSRV160 - Hierarchy Node Text References for Characteristic &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSRV -

• Message number: 160

• Message text: Hierarchy Node Text References for Characteristic &1

Description:
The interrelation between the (negative) SIDs of the hierarchy nodes of
all hierarchies of the characteristic and the node names are encoded in
the <AB>K</> table for a characteristic. The <AB>SID</> characteristic
values are also stored in the <AB>OSID</> field for characteristic
nodes, that is, hierarchy nodes, whose node name is the characteristic
value of a different characteristic.
The system uses the <AB>K</> table when texts for hierarchy nodes need
to be displayed. A query may crash if there are missing entries in the
<AB>K</>, table or if non-existant SIDs appear in the OSID field.
Repairs:
The <AB>K</> table can be repaired in the repair mode.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSRV160 - Hierarchy Node Text References for Characteristic &1 ?

  The SAP error message RSRV160, which indicates "Hierarchy Node Text References for Characteristic &1," typically arises in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) when there are issues related to the hierarchy node texts for a specific characteristic. This error can occur during the execution of certain transactions or reports that involve hierarchies.
  Cause:
  The error is generally caused by one of the following issues:
  
  Missing Texts: The hierarchy nodes for the specified characteristic do not have corresponding text entries in the text table.
  Inconsistent Data: There may be inconsistencies in the hierarchy data, such as missing or incorrect references.
  Data Activation Issues: The data might not have been activated properly, leading to missing hierarchy texts.
  Transport Issues: If the hierarchy was transported from one system to another, there might be missing objects or dependencies.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the RSRV160 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Hierarchy Texts:
  
  Go to the transaction code RSH1 (Hierarchy Maintenance) and check if the hierarchy node texts for the characteristic in question are correctly maintained.
  Ensure that all nodes have corresponding text entries.
  
  
  
  Use Transaction RSRV:
  
  Execute transaction RSRV (Data Consistency Check) and run the check for the specific characteristic. This will help identify any inconsistencies in the hierarchy.
  If inconsistencies are found, follow the recommendations provided by the system to correct them.
  
  
  
  Activate Data:
  
  If the hierarchy data has not been activated, you can activate it using transaction RSA1 (Data Warehousing Workbench) or by using the relevant data activation process.
  
  
  
  Transport Check:
  
  If the hierarchy was recently transported, ensure that all related objects (including texts) were transported correctly. You may need to re-transport missing objects.
  
  
  
  Recreate Hierarchy:
  
  If the issue persists, consider recreating the hierarchy from scratch, ensuring that all nodes and texts are correctly defined.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP Notes or documentation related to the specific version of SAP BW you are using for any known issues or additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: RSH1 (Hierarchy Maintenance), RSRV (Data Consistency Check), RSA1 (Data Warehousing Workbench).
  SAP Notes: Check for relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional insights or patches related to this error.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums for discussions and solutions shared by other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the RSRV160 error effectively.