How To Fix RSRV218 - Hierarchy with HIEID = &1, HIESID = &2 has no remaining nodes

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSRV -

• Message number: 218

• Message text: Hierarchy with HIEID = &1, HIESID = &2 has no remaining nodes

What causes this issue?

The hierarchy with HIEID = &V1&, HIESID = &V2& has no "remaining"
nodes. Therefore, not all characteristic values need to appear in the
hierarchy, and the application of this test is not significant.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSRV218 - Hierarchy with HIEID = &1, HIESID = &2 has no remaining nodes ?

  The SAP error message RSRV218 indicates that a hierarchy defined in the system does not have any remaining nodes. This typically occurs in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP BI (Business Intelligence) when working with hierarchies in InfoObjects.
  Cause:
  The error message RSRV218 is triggered when:
  
  The hierarchy specified by the HIEID (Hierarchy ID) and HIESID (Hierarchy Element ID) does not contain any nodes. This can happen if:
  
  The hierarchy has been deleted or not properly maintained.
  The hierarchy nodes have been removed or are not assigned correctly.
  There is a mismatch in the hierarchy structure due to changes in the underlying data model or InfoObject.
  
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the RSRV218 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Hierarchy Definition:
  
  Go to the hierarchy maintenance transaction (e.g., RSH1 for Hierarchy Maintenance).
  Verify that the hierarchy with the specified HIEID and HIESID exists and is correctly defined.
  
  
  
  Rebuild the Hierarchy:
  
  If the hierarchy is missing nodes, you may need to recreate or rebuild the hierarchy.
  Ensure that all necessary nodes are included and properly structured.
  
  
  
  Check Data Consistency:
  
  Use transaction RSRV (Data Consistency Check) to check for inconsistencies in the hierarchy.
  Run the consistency checks for the specific hierarchy to identify any issues.
  
  
  
  Review Data Load Processes:
  
  If the hierarchy is dependent on data from InfoProviders, ensure that the data load processes are running correctly and that data is being loaded as expected.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to view and maintain the hierarchy.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to hierarchy management for any specific guidelines or known issues.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  RSH1: Hierarchy Maintenance
  RSRV: Data Consistency Check
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues or provide additional guidance on hierarchy management.
  Hierarchy Types: Understand the different types of hierarchies (e.g., parent-child, level-based) and how they are structured in your specific BW environment.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the RSRV218 error and implement a solution to restore the hierarchy's functionality.