How To Fix RSSBR050 - Hierarchy &1 (version &2, key date &3) does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSSBR - Reporting Authorizations in the BusinessInformationWarehouse

• Message number: 050

• Message text: Hierarchy &1 (version &2, key date &3) does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSSBR050 - Hierarchy &1 (version &2, key date &3) does not exist ?

  The SAP error message RSSBR050 indicates that a specific hierarchy does not exist in the system for the given version and key date. This error typically occurs in the context of reporting or analysis when the system is trying to access a hierarchy that has not been defined or is not available for the specified parameters.
  Cause:
  
  Hierarchy Not Defined: The hierarchy you are trying to access has not been created in the system.
  Incorrect Version: The version specified in the error message may not have the hierarchy defined.
  Key Date Issue: The key date provided may not correspond to a period where the hierarchy is valid or available.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the hierarchy.
  Data Consistency: There may be inconsistencies in the data or configuration that prevent the hierarchy from being recognized.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Hierarchy Definition:
  
  Go to the relevant transaction (e.g., RSH1 for creating hierarchies) and verify if the hierarchy exists for the specified version and key date.
  If it does not exist, you may need to create it or adjust the parameters you are using.
  
  
  
  Verify Version and Key Date:
  
  Ensure that the version and key date you are using are correct and correspond to a valid hierarchy.
  You can check the available versions and their corresponding hierarchies in the relevant configuration settings.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the hierarchy. You may need to consult with your SAP security team to verify this.
  
  
  
  Data Consistency Check:
  
  Run consistency checks or reports to ensure that there are no issues with the data that could be causing the hierarchy to be unavailable.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific details on the hierarchy you are working with, as there may be additional configuration steps required.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as RSH1 (Hierarchy Maintenance), RSH2 (Hierarchy Display), and RSH3 (Hierarchy Deletion).
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message, as they may provide additional insights or patches that could resolve the issue.
  User Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed, and solutions shared.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the RSSBR050 error and implement a solution to resolve it.