How To Fix UPC_FW141 - Hierarchy &1 was not found and therefore automatically deleted

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: UPC_FW - Messages for Planning Framework, Areas, Levels and Packages

• Message number: 141

• Message text: Hierarchy &1 was not found and therefore automatically deleted

What causes this issue?

Hierarchy &V1& is used in the current planning level or in the planning
package (as selection for characteritic &V2&). But it is not available.

System Response

The hierarchy is deleted from the planning level or planning package.
Characteristic &V2& now has no selection conditions.

How to fix this error?

If you still require the hierarchy then make it valid again.

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 UPC_FW141 - Hierarchy &1 was not found and therefore automatically deleted ?

  The SAP error message UPC_FW141 indicates that a hierarchy specified in a planning function or a related process was not found in the system, leading to its automatic deletion. This typically occurs in the context of SAP Integrated Business Planning (IBP) or SAP BW (Business Warehouse) when dealing with planning hierarchies.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Hierarchy: The specified hierarchy does not exist in the system. This could be due to it being deleted or never created.
  Incorrect Configuration: The planning function or process may be incorrectly configured to reference a hierarchy that is not available.
  Data Model Changes: Changes in the data model or structure may have led to the hierarchy being removed or renamed.
  Transport Issues: If the hierarchy was transported from another system, it may not have been included in the transport request.
  
  Solution:
  
  Verify Hierarchy Existence: Check if the hierarchy exists in the system. You can do this by navigating to the relevant hierarchy management transaction (e.g., in SAP BW, use transaction RSH1).
  Recreate the Hierarchy: If the hierarchy is missing, you may need to recreate it. Ensure that it is correctly defined and activated.
  Update Planning Functions: If the hierarchy has been renamed or changed, update any planning functions or processes that reference the old hierarchy.
  Check Transport Requests: If the hierarchy was supposed to be transported from another system, ensure that the transport request included the hierarchy and that it was successfully imported.
  Review Logs: Check the application logs for more detailed information about the error and any related issues that may provide further insights.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions for common problems.
  Documentation: Review the official SAP documentation for Integrated Business Planning or Business Warehouse for guidance on managing hierarchies and planning functions.
  Community 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 UPC_FW141 error and implement a solution to resolve it.