How To Fix T1534 - Error occurred during hierarchy check

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: T1 - Financial instruments

• Message number: 534

• Message text: Error occurred during hierarchy check

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message T1534 - Error occurred during hierarchy check ?

  The SAP error message T1534, "Error occurred during hierarchy check," typically occurs when there is an issue with the hierarchy structure in the SAP system, particularly in the context of master data or reporting hierarchies. This error can arise in various modules, including SAP Controlling (CO) and SAP Sales and Distribution (SD).
  Causes:
  
  Hierarchy Structure Issues: The hierarchy may not be properly defined or may contain inconsistencies, such as missing nodes or incorrect relationships between nodes.
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies in the master data that are being referenced in the hierarchy.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access certain nodes or levels of the hierarchy.
  Configuration Errors: Incorrect configuration settings in the relevant module can lead to this error.
  Transport Issues: If the hierarchy was transported from one system to another, there may be issues with the transport that caused the hierarchy to be incomplete or incorrect.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Hierarchy Definition: Review the hierarchy structure in the relevant transaction (e.g., KSH1 for cost center hierarchy) to ensure that all nodes are correctly defined and linked.
  Validate Master Data: Ensure that all master data related to the hierarchy is complete and consistent. Check for any missing or incorrect entries.
  Review Authorizations: Verify that the user encountering the error has the necessary authorizations to access the hierarchy. This can be done through transaction SU53 or by checking the user's roles and authorizations.
  Configuration Review: Check the configuration settings in the relevant module to ensure that they are set up correctly. This may involve reviewing settings in SPRO (SAP Project Reference Object).
  Transport Check: If the hierarchy was recently transported, check the transport logs for any errors or issues that may have occurred during the transport process.
  Debugging: If the issue persists, consider debugging the program or transaction that is generating the error to identify the root cause.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as KSH1 (Cost Center Hierarchy), KSH2 (Change Cost Center Hierarchy), and KSH3 (Display Cost Center Hierarchy).
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address known issues related to T1534.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation for the specific module you are working with to understand how hierarchies are structured and managed.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or technical team for further investigation or to reach out to SAP support for assistance.