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

SAP Error Message - Details

• 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 characteristic.
  Ensure that all levels and nodes are correctly defined.
  
  
  
  Validate Master Data:
  
  Check the master data associated with the hierarchical characteristic to ensure that all required data is present and consistent.
  Use transaction codes like /SAPAPO/MDP to check the master data.
  
  
  
  Review Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access and modify the hierarchical characteristic.
  Check the user roles and profiles in transaction code SU01.
  
  
  
  Transport Check:
  
  If the hierarchy was transported, check the transport logs for any errors or warnings.
  Ensure that all dependent objects were transported correctly.
  
  
  
  Recreate the Hierarchy:
  
  If the hierarchy is corrupted or incorrectly defined, consider recreating it from scratch.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as /SAPAPO/TSM for managing hierarchical characteristics and /SAPAPO/MDP for master data management.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation on hierarchical characteristics and their configuration in APO.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums for insights and solutions from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to reach out to SAP support for further assistance.