How To Fix SD_CDS_ENTITY023 - Base object & for hierarchy not found

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SD_CDS_ENTITY - Messages for STOBS/entities

• Message number: 023

• Message text: Base object & for hierarchy not found

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SD_CDS_ENTITY023 - Base object & for hierarchy not found ?

  The SAP error message SD_CDS_ENTITY023 typically indicates that there is an issue related to a base object in the context of a hierarchy not being found. This error is often encountered in the Sales and Distribution (SD) module when dealing with data sources, especially in the context of Core Data Services (CDS) views.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Hierarchy: The hierarchy that the system is trying to access does not exist or has not been defined in the system.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration for the hierarchy might be incorrect, leading to the system being unable to locate the required hierarchy.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the data that prevent the hierarchy from being recognized.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the hierarchy or the base object.
  Transport Issues: If the hierarchy was recently transported from another system, it may not have been properly activated or may be missing.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Hierarchy Definition: Verify that the hierarchy is correctly defined in the system. You can do this by navigating to the relevant transaction codes (like SE11 for Data Dictionary) and checking the hierarchy settings.
  Activate Hierarchy: If the hierarchy was recently created or transported, ensure that it is activated. You can do this in the relevant transaction.
  Review Configuration: Check the configuration settings related to the hierarchy in the customizing settings (transaction SPRO).
  Data Consistency Check: Run consistency checks on the data to ensure that all necessary entries are present and correct.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the hierarchy and the base object.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific error message for additional troubleshooting steps or patches.
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance, especially if it appears to be a bug or a more complex issue.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SE11 (Data Dictionary), SPRO (Customizing), and SE80 (Object Navigator) for checking and modifying the hierarchy.
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to the error message for any known issues or fixes.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue related to the SD_CDS_ENTITY023 error message.