How To Fix /S4PPM/MIGR_DPR102 - Hierarchy view already exists; no creation needed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /S4PPM/MIGR_DPR -

• Message number: 102

• Message text: Hierarchy view already exists; no creation needed

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /S4PPM/MIGR_DPR102 - Hierarchy view already exists; no creation needed ?

  The SAP error message /S4PPM/MIGR_DPR102 indicates that during a migration or data import process, the system has detected that a hierarchy view already exists in the system. This typically occurs in the context of migrating project management data, particularly when using the SAP S/4HANA Project Management (PPM) module.
  Cause:
  The error is caused by an attempt to create a hierarchy view that already exists in the system. This can happen if:
  
  The migration process is being run multiple times without proper cleanup of previous runs.
  The hierarchy view was manually created or imported prior to the migration attempt.
  There is a mismatch in the migration data that leads to duplicate entries.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Existing Hierarchy Views:
  
  Navigate to the relevant transaction or application where hierarchy views are managed (e.g., Project Management).
  Verify if the hierarchy view in question already exists.
  
  
  
  Remove or Rename Existing Hierarchy:
  
  If the existing hierarchy view is not needed, consider deleting it.
  If it is needed, you may want to rename it or modify it to avoid conflicts with the migration process.
  
  
  
  Adjust Migration Data:
  
  Review the migration data to ensure that it does not include entries for hierarchy views that already exist.
  Modify the migration file or settings to exclude the creation of existing hierarchy views.
  
  
  
  Run Migration Again:
  
  After making the necessary adjustments, rerun the migration process to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to the SAP documentation or migration guides specific to your version of S/4HANA for any additional steps or considerations.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes for managing hierarchy views in SAP, such as CJ20N for project management.
  Migration Tools: Understand the tools and methods being used for migration, such as SAP S/4HANA Migration Cockpit or other data migration tools.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message, as they may provide specific fixes or patches.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the /S4PPM/MIGR_DPR102 error and successfully complete your migration process.