How To Fix /SAPAPO/PE143 - No product hierarchy (ID &1) exists

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/PE -

• Message number: 143

• Message text: No product hierarchy (ID &1) exists

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/PE143 - No product hierarchy (ID &1) exists ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/PE143 No product hierarchy (ID &1) exists typically occurs in the context of SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) when the system is unable to find a specified product hierarchy. This can happen during various processes, such as planning, reporting, or data extraction, where a product hierarchy is required.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Product Hierarchy: The specified product hierarchy ID does not exist in the system. This could be due to data not being uploaded or created properly.
  Incorrect Configuration: The product hierarchy may not have been configured correctly in the system.
  Data Transfer Issues: If data is being transferred from another system (like SAP ERP), there may have been issues during the transfer that resulted in missing hierarchies.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or access the product hierarchy.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Product Hierarchy: Verify if the product hierarchy ID mentioned in the error message exists in the system. You can do this by navigating to the relevant transaction in SAP (e.g., using transaction /SAPAPO/HEIR to check product hierarchies).
  Create or Update Hierarchy: If the hierarchy does not exist, you may need to create it. This can be done through the appropriate configuration transactions in SAP APO.
  Data Consistency Check: Ensure that the data in the system is consistent. If data is being transferred from another system, check the transfer logs for any errors or issues.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the product hierarchy. This may involve checking user roles and permissions.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific steps on how to create or manage product hierarchies in your version of SAP APO.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as /SAPAPO/HEIR for managing product hierarchies.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to product hierarchies in your version of SAP APO.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with SAP experts for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.