How To Fix TR040 - Error creating the hierarchical list

TR040 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: TR - Change and Transport System

• Message number: 040

• Message text: Error creating the hierarchical list

What causes this issue?

An error occurred setting up the hierarchical list. The function module
&V1& unexpectedly returned an exception.

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?

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

TR040 - Details

• The SAP error message TR040, which states "Error creating the hierarchical list," typically occurs in the context of transaction management or when dealing with hierarchical data structures in SAP. This error can arise due to various reasons, and understanding the cause is essential for finding an appropriate solution.
  Causes of TR040 Error
  
  
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies in the data that the system is trying to process. This could be due to missing or incorrect entries in the database.
  
  
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access certain data or perform specific actions related to the hierarchical list.
  
  
  
  Configuration Issues: Incorrect configuration settings in the system can lead to errors when generating hierarchical lists.
  
  
  System Performance: If the system is under heavy load or if there are performance issues, it may fail to generate the hierarchical list.
  
  
  Technical Errors: There could be underlying technical issues, such as problems with the database