How To Fix /SAPAPO/SCC087 - Error in delta table (line &1) when saving hierarchy

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/SCC -

• Message number: 087

• Message text: Error in delta table (line &1) when saving hierarchy

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/SCC087 - Error in delta table (line &1) when saving hierarchy ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/SCC087 Error in delta table (line &1) typically occurs in the context of SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) when there is an issue with the delta table during the saving of a hierarchy. This error can arise due to various reasons, including data inconsistencies, issues with the hierarchy structure, or problems with the delta table itself.
  Causes:
  
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies in the data being processed, such as missing or incorrect entries in the hierarchy.
  Hierarchy Structure Issues: The hierarchy being saved may have structural problems, such as circular references or invalid parent-child relationships.
  Delta Table Corruption: The delta table may be corrupted or not properly updated, leading to errors when trying to save changes.
  Locking Issues: There may be locks on the delta table or related objects that prevent the save operation from completing successfully.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to perform the operation on the hierarchy.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Data Consistency: Review the data in the hierarchy for any inconsistencies or missing entries. Ensure that all nodes in the hierarchy are correctly defined.
  Validate Hierarchy Structure: Use transaction codes like /SAPAPO/HIERARCHY to check the structure of the hierarchy. Look for any circular references or invalid relationships and correct them.
  Rebuild Delta Table: If the delta table is suspected to be corrupted, consider rebuilding it. This may involve deleting the existing delta entries and reloading the data.
  Check Locks: Use transaction code SM12 to check for any locks on the delta table or related objects. If locks are found, resolve them by releasing the locks or waiting for the processes holding the locks to complete.
  Review Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to save changes to the hierarchy. Check the user roles and profiles for any missing authorizations.
  Consult SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error. There may be patches or updates available that resolve known issues.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as /SAPAPO/HIERARCHY, SM12, and SE11 (for data dictionary) to investigate the issue further.
  SAP Support: If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to SAP Support for assistance. Provide them with detailed information about the error, including the context in which it occurs and any relevant logs or screenshots.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to APO hierarchies and delta tables for additional insights and troubleshooting steps.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue causing the /SAPAPO/SCC087 error when saving a hierarchy in SAP APO.