How To Fix UJA_EXCEPTION313 - Hierarchy &1 already exists

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: UJA_EXCEPTION - BPC: Admin exception message class

• Message number: 313

• Message text: Hierarchy &1 already exists

Self-Explanatory Message

Since SAP believes that this specific error message is 'self-explanatory,' no more information has been given.The majority of messages in the SAP system have a message text, however this is frequently insufficient to comprehend or resolve the problem.

To make things easier, more detailed information is frequently added to describe the issue, how to fix it, and the necessary steps or configuration modifications.

Unfortunately, there isn't any extra information in this error notice.

What else can you do?

First, use our AnswerBot below to get a possible cause and solution (requires a premium subscription).

Also, review the in-depth Common Questions & Answers listed below; you could discover a solution there or be able to connect with others who have faced similar challenges.

You can also try searching the SAP support portal (support.sap.com) but you need a special user ID to access it. It is possible that an SAP support note exists that provides additional details about the mistake or even steps for fixing it.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message UJA_EXCEPTION313 - Hierarchy &1 already exists ?

  The SAP error message UJA_EXCEPTION313 indicates that there is an attempt to create a hierarchy that already exists in the system. This error typically occurs in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP BI (Business Intelligence) when working with hierarchies in InfoObjects or other data structures.
  Cause:
  The error is triggered when:
  
  You are trying to create a new hierarchy with a name that is already in use.
  There may be a duplicate entry in the hierarchy management.
  The hierarchy might have been created previously but not properly deleted or deactivated.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the UJA_EXCEPTION313 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Existing Hierarchies:
  
  Go to the hierarchy management transaction (e.g., RSH1 for InfoObjects).
  Search for the hierarchy using the name provided in the error message (&1).
  If the hierarchy exists, you can either modify it or delete it if it is no longer needed.
  
  
  
  Delete or Rename:
  
  If you find that the hierarchy is not needed, you can delete it.
  If you need to keep the existing hierarchy, consider renaming the new hierarchy you are trying to create to avoid the conflict.
  
  
  
  Check for Active Versions:
  
  Ensure that there are no active versions of the hierarchy that might be causing the conflict.
  If there are active versions, you may need to deactivate them before creating a new one.
  
  
  
  Transport Requests:
  
  If you are working in a development environment and transporting changes to production, ensure that the hierarchy is not being transported simultaneously, which could lead to conflicts.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to hierarchy management for any specific guidelines or updates that may apply to your version of SAP BW/BI.
  
  
  
  System Logs:
  
  Check system logs for any additional error messages or warnings that might provide more context about the issue.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as RSH1 (Hierarchy Maintenance) and RSA1 (Data Warehousing Workbench).
  SAP Notes: Look for SAP Notes related to hierarchy management and error handling in BW/BI for any patches or updates that may address this issue.
  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_EXCEPTION313 error and successfully manage your hierarchies in SAP.