How To Fix TE566 - Risk hierarchy &, node &: Successor node does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: TE - Market Risk Management

• Message number: 566

• Message text: Risk hierarchy &, node &: Successor node does not exist

What causes this issue?

The node listed as a subsequent node doesn't exist in the hierarchy.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message TE566 - Risk hierarchy &, node &: Successor node does not exist ?

  The SAP error message TE566, which states "Risk hierarchy &, node &: Successor node does not exist," typically occurs in the context of SAP's Risk Management or Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC) modules. This error indicates that there is an issue with the hierarchy of risk nodes, specifically that a successor node referenced in the hierarchy does not exist.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Node: The successor node that is supposed to follow the current node in the risk hierarchy is not defined or has been deleted.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be a misconfiguration in the risk hierarchy setup, leading to references to non-existent nodes.
  Data Integrity Issues: There could be data integrity issues where the hierarchy structure is not properly maintained, leading to orphaned nodes or broken links.
  Transport Issues: If the hierarchy was transported from one system to another (e.g., from development to production), there may have been issues during the transport process that caused some nodes to be missing.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check the Hierarchy: Review the risk hierarchy configuration in the SAP system. Ensure that all nodes, especially the successor nodes, are correctly defined and exist in the hierarchy.
  
  Navigate to the relevant transaction (e.g., GRRM_RISK_HIERARCHY) to view and manage the risk hierarchy.
  
  
  
  Recreate Missing Nodes: If you identify that a successor node is indeed missing, you may need to create it or restore it from a backup if it was deleted inadvertently.
  
  
  Validate Data: Run data validation checks to ensure that the hierarchy is intact and that all nodes are properly linked. This may involve checking for orphaned nodes or broken links.
  
  
  Transport Check: If the issue arose after a transport, verify that all necessary objects were included in the transport request. You may need to re-transport the missing nodes or manually recreate them.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to risk hierarchy management for any specific guidelines or troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists and you cannot resolve it, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance. They may provide additional insights or patches if this is a known issue.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes for managing risk hierarchies, such as GRRM_RISK_HIERARCHY.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or fixes related to the TE566 error message.
  User Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed, and solutions shared.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the TE566 error and implement a solution to resolve it.