How To Fix RTCMMD106 - Incorrect BW update of article hierarchy data

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RTCMMD - Article Hierarchy

• Message number: 106

• Message text: Incorrect BW update of article hierarchy data

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RTCMMD106 - Incorrect BW update of article hierarchy data ?

  The SAP error message RTCMMD106, which indicates "Incorrect BW update of article hierarchy data," typically arises in the context of SAP's Retail and Business Warehouse (BW) integration. This error can occur during the data transfer process when there are inconsistencies or issues with the article hierarchy data being updated in BW.
  Causes:
  
  Data Inconsistencies: The article hierarchy data in the source system may not match the expected format or structure in the BW system.
  Missing Data: Required fields or attributes for the article hierarchy may be missing or incorrectly populated.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration problems in the BW data source or in the extraction process.
  Master Data Issues: The master data for articles may not be correctly maintained, leading to discrepancies.
  Transport Issues: If there have been recent transports or changes in the system, they may not have been properly executed or may have introduced errors.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Data Consistency: Verify that the article hierarchy data in the source system is consistent and correctly formatted. Ensure that all required fields are populated.
  Review BW Configuration: Check the configuration settings in the BW system for the data source related to article hierarchy. Ensure that the extraction and transformation processes are correctly set up.
  Master Data Maintenance: Ensure that all relevant master data for articles is correctly maintained and up to date. This includes checking for any missing or incorrect entries.
  Error Logs: Review the error logs in both the source and BW systems to identify any specific issues that may be causing the error.
  Re-extract Data: If necessary, re-extract the data from the source system to ensure that the BW system receives the latest and correct data.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to RTCMMD106 for any specific guidance or patches that may address the issue.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional insights or solutions for this specific error message.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as RSA1 (Data Warehousing Workbench) and RSC3 (Data Transfer Monitor) for monitoring and troubleshooting data loads.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance, providing them with detailed information about the error and the steps you have already taken to resolve it.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the underlying issues causing the RTCMMD106 error in your SAP environment.