How To Fix /SAPAPO/TSM210 - Error in definition of hierarchical characteristic &

/SAPAPO/TSM210 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/TSM -

• Message number: 210

• Message text: Error in definition of hierarchical characteristic &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/TSM210 - Error in definition of hierarchical characteristic & ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/TSM210 Error in definition of hierarchical characteristic & typically occurs in the context of SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) when there is an issue with the definition of a hierarchical characteristic in the system. This error can arise due to various reasons, including incorrect configuration, missing data, or inconsistencies in the master data.
  Causes:
  
  Incorrect Hierarchical Definition: The hierarchical characteristic may not be defined correctly in the system.
  Missing Nodes: There may be missing nodes or levels in the hierarchy that are required for the characteristic.
  Inconsistent Data: There could be inconsistencies in the master data related to the hierarchical characteristic.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access or modify the hierarchical characteristic.
  Transport Issues: If the hierarchy was transported from another system, there may have been issues during the transport process.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Hierarchical Definition:
  
  Go to the transaction code /SAPAPO/TSM and check the definition of the hierarchical