How To Fix RTMATGPR_HIER004 - BW extraction: Incorrect update of node(s)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RTMATGPR_HIER - Material Hierarchy Extraction

• Message number: 004

• Message text: BW extraction: Incorrect update of node(s)

What causes this issue?

An attempt to save several records from the material hierarchy failed.
<ZH>Update mode &V1&</> (I=Insert, U=Update) was used.

System Response

Within Customizing for the material hierarchy, it is possible to update
the data using an array insert. This array insert failed in <ZH>mode
&V1&</>.

How to fix this error?

Make sure the data has the correct syntax.

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.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RTMATGPR_HIER004 - BW extraction: Incorrect update of node(s) ?

  The SAP error message RTMATGPR_HIER004 typically occurs during the extraction process in SAP BW (Business Warehouse) when there is an issue with the hierarchy data being processed. This error indicates that there is an incorrect update of one or more nodes in a hierarchy, which can lead to inconsistencies in the data being extracted.
  Causes:
  
  Hierarchy Structure Issues: The hierarchy structure may have been modified (e.g., nodes added, deleted, or changed) without proper updates to the related data.
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies in the data that violate the hierarchy rules, such as missing parent nodes or incorrect node relationships.
  Master Data Issues: The master data associated with the hierarchy may not be correctly maintained, leading to discrepancies during extraction.
  Transport Issues: If the hierarchy was transported from one system to another, there may be issues with the transport that caused the hierarchy to be incomplete or incorrect.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Hierarchy Structure: Review the hierarchy structure in the source system to ensure that all nodes are correctly defined and that there are no missing or incorrectly linked nodes.
  Validate Master Data: Ensure that the master data related to the hierarchy is complete and correctly maintained. This includes checking for any missing or incorrect entries.
  Rebuild Hierarchy: If the hierarchy is corrupted, consider rebuilding it from scratch or restoring it from a backup if available.
  Data Consistency Check: Use transaction codes like RSD1 (for InfoObjects) or RSA1 (for Data Warehousing Workbench) to check for inconsistencies in the data and correct them.
  Transport Check: If the hierarchy was transported, verify that the transport was successful and that all necessary objects were included in the transport request.
  Consult SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as RSA1, RSD1, and RSPC for monitoring and managing data extraction processes.
  SAP BW Documentation: Review SAP BW documentation for best practices on managing hierarchies and data extraction.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to reach out to SAP support for further assistance.