How To Fix RSTRAN553 - Rule (target field: &2 group: &3): Hierarchy split not possible

RSTRAN553 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSTRAN - Messages for Transformation

• Message number: 553

• Message text: Rule (target field: &2 group: &3): Hierarchy split not possible

What causes this issue?

The rule type <LS>hierarchy split</> is not allowed.

System Response

An error message is displayed.

How to fix this error?

Correct the rule. The rule type <LS>hierarchy split</> can only be used
if the source field is 'LEAFTO' or 'NODENAME'.

Procedure for System Administrators

Internal rule ID &V1&

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSTRAN553 - Rule (target field: &2 group: &3): Hierarchy split not possible ?

  The SAP error message RSTRAN553 indicates that there is an issue with a hierarchy split in a data transfer process, specifically when trying to assign a target field in a transformation. This error typically occurs in the context of data extraction and transformation processes, particularly when working with SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP HANA.
  
  Cause:
  The error message "Hierarchy split not possible" usually arises due to one of the following reasons:
  
  
  Hierarchy Structure Issues: The hierarchy structure defined in the source system does not match the expected structure in the target system. This can happen if there are changes in the hierarchy or if the hierarchy is not properly defined.
  
  
  Inconsistent Data: The data being transferred may contain inconsistencies or invalid entries that prevent the hierarchy from being split correctly.
  
  
  Missing Hierarchy Nodes: If the target field expects certain hierarchy nodes that are not present in the source data, the transformation cannot proceed.
  
  
  Transformation Rules: