How To Fix SA658 - No hierarchy type found

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SA -

• Message number: 658

• Message text: No hierarchy type found

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SA658 - No hierarchy type found ?

  The SAP error message SA658 "No hierarchy type found" typically occurs in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP BI (Business Intelligence) when working with hierarchies in InfoObjects or when trying to create or manage hierarchies in a data model. This error indicates that the system is unable to find a hierarchy type that is required for the operation you are attempting to perform.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Hierarchy Type: The hierarchy type that you are trying to use may not be defined in the system.
  Incorrect Configuration: The InfoObject or the hierarchy settings may not be configured correctly.
  Transport Issues: If the hierarchy type was recently transported from another system, it may not have been transported correctly.
  Authorization Issues: Lack of proper authorizations to access or create hierarchies.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Hierarchy Types:
  
  Go to the transaction code RSH1 (Hierarchy Maintenance) and check if the required hierarchy type exists.
  If it does not exist, you may need to create it or ensure that it is properly defined.
  
  
  
  Review InfoObject Settings:
  
  Check the settings of the InfoObject associated with the hierarchy. Ensure that the hierarchy type is correctly assigned.
  Use transaction code RSD1 to check the InfoObject definition and its hierarchy settings.
  
  
  
  Transport Check:
  
  If the hierarchy type was recently transported, verify that the transport request was successful and that all necessary objects were included.
  You may need to re-transport the hierarchy type if it is missing.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to create or manage hierarchies. Check with your SAP security team if you suspect authorization issues.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific details on hierarchy types and their configurations.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes:
  
  Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error message or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  RSH1: Hierarchy Maintenance
  RSD1: InfoObject Maintenance
  
  
  SAP BW/BI Documentation: Review the official SAP documentation for BW/BI for more details on working with hierarchies.
  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, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.