How To Fix RTCMMD033 - Article hierarchy & is not active

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RTCMMD - Article Hierarchy

• Message number: 033

• Message text: Article hierarchy & is not active

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RTCMMD033 - Article hierarchy & is not active ?

  The SAP error message RTCMMD033 indicates that an article hierarchy is not active. This error typically arises in the context of SAP Retail or SAP S/4HANA when dealing with merchandise management and article master data.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when the system attempts to access or process an article hierarchy that has not been activated. This can happen for several reasons:
  
  The article hierarchy has been created but not yet activated.
  The hierarchy may have been deactivated due to changes or updates.
  There may be inconsistencies in the configuration of the article hierarchy.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the RTCMMD033 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Article Hierarchy Status:
  
  Go to the transaction code OMH1 (or the relevant transaction for managing article hierarchies).
  Verify if the article hierarchy in question is active. If it is not, you will need to activate it.
  
  
  
  Activate the Article Hierarchy:
  
  If the hierarchy is inactive, you can activate it by selecting the hierarchy and choosing the option to activate it.
  Ensure that all necessary settings and configurations are correct before activation.
  
  
  
  Review Hierarchy Configuration:
  
  Check if there are any missing or incorrect configurations in the hierarchy setup.
  Ensure that all levels of the hierarchy are properly defined and that there are no gaps.
  
  
  
  Check for Dependencies:
  
  Sometimes, other related hierarchies or settings may affect the activation. Ensure that all dependencies are met.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to article hierarchies for any specific instructions or known issues.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After activation, perform tests to ensure that the hierarchy is functioning as expected and that the error does not reoccur.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  OMH1: Manage Article Hierarchies
  MM01: Create Material (to check if the article is correctly set up)
  MM02: Change Material (to modify existing articles)
  
  
  
  SAP Notes:
  
  Check SAP Notes for any updates or patches related to article hierarchies and merchandise management.
  
  
  
  User Roles and Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to activate and manage article hierarchies.
  
  
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or reach out to SAP support for further assistance.