How To Fix RTCMMD025 - Article hierarchy & was not changed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RTCMMD - Article Hierarchy

• Message number: 025

• Message text: Article hierarchy & was not changed

What causes this issue?

This message can be displayed for the following reasons:
The material hierarchy data is not supposed to be saved
The material hierarchy could not be saved due to inconsistencies
The material hierarchy update is active in Customizing. Updates are only
allowed for material hierarchies with deactivated scheduling

System Response

The material hierarchy data was not saved.

How to fix this error?

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

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RTCMMD025 - Article hierarchy & was not changed ?

  The SAP error message RTCMMD025 typically indicates that there was an attempt to change an article hierarchy, but the system did not allow the change to be made. This can occur for various reasons, and understanding the cause is essential for finding a solution.
  Possible Causes:
  
  Hierarchy Locking: The article hierarchy may be locked for editing due to ongoing processes or transactions that are using it.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to make changes to the article hierarchy.
  Data Consistency: There may be inconsistencies in the data that prevent changes from being applied.
  System Settings: Certain system settings or configurations may restrict changes to the article hierarchy.
  Technical Issues: There could be underlying technical issues, such as database locks or system errors.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Locks: Verify if the article hierarchy is locked. You can use transaction codes like SM12 to check for locks and SM21 for system logs.
  Review Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to modify the article hierarchy. This can be checked in transaction SU53 or by consulting with your security team.
  Data Consistency Check: Run consistency checks on the data related to the article hierarchy to identify and resolve any inconsistencies.
  System Configuration: Review the system configuration settings related to article hierarchies to ensure that they allow for changes.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific error message for additional insights or patches that may address the issue.
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance, especially if it appears to be a technical issue.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as MM01 (Create Material), MM02 (Change Material), and MM03 (Display Material) for managing article hierarchies.
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to RTCMMD025 for any specific patches or updates that may resolve the issue.
  User Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed, providing insights or solutions from other users.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the RTCMMD025 error and implement a suitable solution.