How To Fix UPC536 - Derivation: In hierarchy &1 no value can be found for characteristic &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: UPC - Planning: General Error Messages

• Message number: 536

• Message text: Derivation: In hierarchy &1 no value can be found for characteristic &2

What causes this issue?

In the derivation of the value for characteristic &V1&, no value was
found in step &V3&.

System Response

The value cannot be derived.

How to fix this error?

Complete the hierarchy.

Procedure for System Administrators

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

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message UPC536 - Derivation: In hierarchy &1 no value can be found for characteristic &2 ?

  The SAP error message UPC536 indicates that during the derivation process in a planning scenario, the system could not find a value for a specific characteristic in a specified hierarchy. This typically occurs in the context of SAP Integrated Business Planning (IBP) or SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) when working with planning data and hierarchies.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Hierarchy Values: The characteristic value you are trying to derive does not exist in the specified hierarchy. This could be due to incorrect hierarchy settings or missing data.
  Incorrect Hierarchy Assignment: The hierarchy assigned to the characteristic may not be the correct one for the data being processed.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the master data or planning data that prevent the system from finding the required value.
  Incorrect Derivation Logic: The derivation rules or logic may not be correctly set up, leading to the inability to find the necessary values.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Hierarchy Settings: Verify that the hierarchy assigned to the characteristic is correct and that it contains the necessary values. You can do this by navigating to the hierarchy in the SAP system and checking for the presence of the required characteristic values.
  Review Master Data: Ensure that the master data for the characteristic is complete and accurate. If values are missing, you may need to update or correct the master data.
  Validate Derivation Rules: Review the derivation rules in the planning area to ensure they are correctly defined. Make sure that the rules are set up to derive values from the correct hierarchy and that they are logically sound.
  Test with Sample Data: If possible, test the derivation process with a smaller set of data to isolate the issue. This can help identify whether the problem is with specific data points or a broader issue with the configuration.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for guidance on setting up hierarchies and derivation rules. This can provide insights into best practices and common pitfalls.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like RSD1 (to manage InfoObjects) or RSC1 (to manage hierarchies) to check and modify the relevant settings.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues or provide patches related to this error message.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or support channels for additional insights and solutions from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the UPC536 error and implement a solution to resolve it.