How To Fix SS164 - Application component hierarchy is damaged

SS164 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SS - Integration IMG - function model - SAP analyzer

• Message number: 164

• Message text: Application component hierarchy is damaged

What causes this issue?

The application component hierarchy contains errors for various reasons.

System Response

A dummy component has been entered instead of the component with the
error.

How to fix this error?

See SAP note 150192 "Application Component Hierarchy Problems".

Procedure for System Administrators

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SS164 - Application component hierarchy is damaged ?

  The SAP error message SS164, which states "Application component hierarchy is damaged," typically indicates that there is an issue with the application component hierarchy in the SAP system. This can occur due to various reasons, such as inconsistencies in the data, issues during system upgrades, or problems with the transport of changes.
  Causes:
  
  Data Inconsistencies: The application component hierarchy may have been altered or corrupted due to manual changes or inconsistencies in the underlying data.
  Transport Issues: If changes were transported from one system to another (e.g., from development to production), there may have been errors during the transport process that led to a damaged hierarchy.
  System Upgrades: Upgrading the SAP system can sometimes lead to inconsistencies if the upgrade process does not complete successfully or if there are issues with the data migration.
  Custom Development: Custom developments or modifications to standard components can sometimes lead to inconsistencies if not properly managed.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check for Inconsistencies: Use