How To Fix UJA_DATA_CHECK017 - Hierarchy &1 in dimension &2 is not activated

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: UJA_DATA_CHECK - BPC: Messages for Data Check

• Message number: 017

• Message text: Hierarchy &1 in dimension &2 is not activated

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message UJA_DATA_CHECK017 - Hierarchy &1 in dimension &2 is not activated ?

  The SAP error message UJA_DATA_CHECK017 indicates that a hierarchy in a specific dimension is not activated. This error typically occurs in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP BW/4HANA when working with InfoObjects and their hierarchies.
  Cause:
  The error is caused by the fact that the hierarchy specified in the error message is not activated for the given dimension. This can happen for several reasons:
  
  The hierarchy was created but not activated.
  The hierarchy was deactivated or deleted.
  There may be inconsistencies in the data model or configuration.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error UJA_DATA_CHECK017, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Hierarchy Activation:
  
  Go to the SAP BW modeling tools (e.g., RSA1).
  Navigate to the InfoObject that corresponds to the dimension mentioned in the error message.
  Check the hierarchy settings for that InfoObject.
  If the hierarchy is not activated, activate it.
  
  
  
  Activate the Hierarchy:
  
  In the hierarchy maintenance screen, select the hierarchy that is causing the issue.
  Use the "Activate" option to activate the hierarchy.
  
  
  
  Check for Deactivation:
  
  If the hierarchy was previously activated and is now deactivated, you may need to reactivate it.
  Ensure that there are no errors or warnings in the hierarchy that could prevent activation.
  
  
  
  Consistency Check:
  
  Perform a consistency check on the InfoObject and the associated data model to ensure there are no other issues that could be causing the error.
  Use transaction code RS_CHECK to run consistency checks.
  
  
  
  Transport Requests:
  
  If the hierarchy was recently transported from another system, ensure that the transport request was successful and that all necessary objects were included.
  
  
  
  Rebuild the Hierarchy:
  
  If the hierarchy is corrupted or cannot be activated, you may need to delete and recreate it.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  RSA1: Data Warehousing Workbench
  RSH1: Hierarchy Maintenance
  RS_HIERARCHY: Hierarchy Management
  
  
  
  Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed steps on managing hierarchies in BW.
  Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to hierarchy activation.
  
  
  
  Support:
  
  If the issue persists after following the above steps, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the UJA_DATA_CHECK017 error and successfully activate the hierarchy in the specified dimension.