How To Fix SD_PRODUCT_HIER005 - Saved. There exists no active prod. hierarchy timeframe from &1 to &2.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SD_PRODUCT_HIER - SD Product Hierarchy Messages

• Message number: 005

• Message text: Saved. There exists no active prod. hierarchy timeframe from &1 to &2.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SD_PRODUCT_HIER005 - Saved. There exists no active prod. hierarchy timeframe from &1 to &2. ?

  The SAP error message SD_PRODUCT_HIER005 indicates that there is no active product hierarchy timeframe for the specified period. This typically occurs when you are trying to access or process product hierarchy data in the Sales and Distribution (SD) module, but the system cannot find a valid hierarchy for the given date range.
  Cause:
  
  Inactive Timeframe: The product hierarchy you are trying to use is not active for the specified dates. This can happen if the hierarchy has been defined but not activated for the relevant period.
  Missing Data: The product hierarchy data may not have been maintained correctly, or the relevant entries may be missing.
  Date Range Issues: The date range you are using in your transaction does not match any active hierarchy timeframes.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Product Hierarchy Settings:
  
  Go to the transaction code OVH1 (or the relevant transaction for maintaining product hierarchies).
  Verify that the product hierarchy is defined and active for the required timeframe.
  If necessary, create or adjust the hierarchy to ensure it covers the required dates.
  
  
  
  Maintain Hierarchy Data:
  
  Ensure that all necessary product hierarchy data is maintained correctly in the system.
  Check if there are any missing entries or if the hierarchy needs to be updated.
  
  
  
  Adjust Date Range:
  
  Review the date range you are using in your transaction. Make sure it falls within the active timeframe of the product hierarchy.
  If the date range is incorrect, adjust it to match the active periods.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for more detailed guidance on managing product hierarchies and resolving related issues.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as OVH1 (Maintain Product Hierarchy) and OVH2 (Display Product Hierarchy).
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to product hierarchies and the specific error message for additional insights or patches.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to view and maintain product hierarchies in the system.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement the appropriate solution.