How To Fix RTCMMD061 - The BW connection is not supported

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RTCMMD - Article Hierarchy

• Message number: 061

• Message text: The BW connection is not supported

What causes this issue?

An active material hierarchy with set BW flag exists for this selection
of material hierarchy data.
The BW update only supports distribution chain-dependent material
hierarchies - that is, each material hierarchy has to have a different
distribution chain.
If the material hierarchy is distribution chain-independent, only one
active material hierarchy is supported for the BW update.

System Response

INCLUDE ISR_STOP

How to fix this error?

Change the material hierarchy data.

Procedure for System Administrators

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

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RTCMMD061 - The BW connection is not supported ?

  The SAP error message RTCMMD061, which states "The BW connection is not supported," typically occurs in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) when there is an issue with the connection to the BW system. This error can arise due to various reasons, including configuration issues, compatibility problems, or missing authorizations.
  Causes:
  
  Unsupported Connection Type: The connection type being used may not be supported by the current version of SAP BW or the specific transaction you are trying to execute.
  Configuration Issues: The BW connection may not be properly configured in the SAP system. This includes settings in the SAP BW system or the source system.
  Version Compatibility: There may be compatibility issues between the SAP BW version and the version of the application or tool you are using to connect.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the BW connection.
  Network Issues: There could be network-related issues preventing a successful connection to the BW system.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Connection Configuration:
  
  Verify the configuration of the BW connection in the SAP system. Ensure that the connection parameters (like server name, port, etc.) are correctly set.
  Use transaction codes like RSA1 (Data Warehousing Workbench) to check the settings.
  
  
  
  Review Compatibility:
  
  Ensure that the version of the SAP BW system is compatible with the application or tool you are using. Check SAP notes or documentation for any known issues.
  
  
  
  User Authorizations:
  
  Check the user authorizations for the user trying to access the BW connection. Ensure that the user has the necessary roles and permissions.
  
  
  
  Network Configuration:
  
  Verify that there are no network issues preventing the connection. This may involve checking firewalls, VPNs, or other network settings.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes and Support:
  
  Search for relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions for known issues.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review the official SAP documentation for any specific requirements or configurations needed for the BW connection.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as RSA1, RSCONN01, and RSPC for monitoring and managing BW connections.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they found effective.
  SAP Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP Support for assistance, providing them with detailed information about the error and the context in which it occurs.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the RTCMMD061 error effectively.