How To Fix RSTRAN304 - Error deriving hierarchy InfoObject from field name &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSTRAN - Messages for Transformation

• Message number: 304

• Message text: Error deriving hierarchy InfoObject from field name &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSTRAN304 - Error deriving hierarchy InfoObject from field name &1 ?

  The SAP error message RSTRAN304, which states "Error deriving hierarchy InfoObject from field name &1," typically occurs in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) when there is an issue with the hierarchy structure or the way the InfoObject is being referenced in a transformation or data load process.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Hierarchy InfoObject: The specified field name does not correspond to a valid hierarchy InfoObject in the system.
  Incorrect Field Mapping: The field name may not be correctly mapped to the hierarchy InfoObject in the transformation rules.
  Hierarchy Not Activated: The hierarchy associated with the InfoObject may not be activated or may not exist.
  Data Source Issues: The data source from which the data is being extracted may not contain the necessary hierarchy information.
  Field Name Typo: There could be a typo or incorrect naming convention in the field name specified in the transformation.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Hierarchy InfoObject: Verify that the hierarchy InfoObject exists in the system and is correctly defined. You can do this by navigating to the InfoObject maintenance transaction (e.g., RSD1).
  Review Transformation Rules: Go to the transformation that is causing the error and check the mapping of the fields. Ensure that the field name specified corresponds to the correct hierarchy InfoObject.
  Activate Hierarchy: If the hierarchy is not activated, activate it in the hierarchy maintenance transaction (e.g., RSH1).
  Validate Data Source: Ensure that the data source being used contains the necessary hierarchy information and that it is correctly configured.
  Correct Field Name: Double-check the field name for any typos or incorrect references. Ensure that it matches the naming conventions used in the InfoObject.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  RSD1: InfoObject maintenance
  RSH1: Hierarchy maintenance
  RSC1: Data source maintenance
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on InfoObjects, hierarchies, and transformations.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to this error message.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the RSTRAN304 error in your SAP BW environment.