How To Fix UPS1109 - &3: No hierarchies for subplan &1 were found in the STS

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: UPS1 - SEM-BPS Status and Tracking System Messages

• Message number: 109

• Message text: &3: No hierarchies for subplan &1 were found in the STS

What causes this issue?

A hierarchy has not been maintained in the STS for the specified
subplan. Therefore the system assumes that no comments exist for the
specified selection either.

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?

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message UPS1109 - &3: No hierarchies for subplan &1 were found in the STS ?

  The SAP error message UPS1109 &3: "No hierarchies for subplan &1 were found in the STS" typically occurs in the context of SAP's planning and budgeting functionalities, particularly when dealing with the Strategic Enterprise Management (SEM) or SAP Business Planning and Consolidation (BPC) modules. This error indicates that the system is unable to find the necessary hierarchies for a specified subplan in the Strategic Planning System (STS).
  Cause:
  
  Missing Hierarchies: The most common cause of this error is that the required hierarchies for the specified subplan do not exist in the system. This could be due to incorrect configuration or missing data.
  Incorrect Subplan Configuration: The subplan may not be properly configured to reference the correct hierarchies.
  Data Transport Issues: If the hierarchies were recently transported from another system, there may have been issues during the transport process.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or access the hierarchies.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Hierarchies: Verify that the hierarchies for the specified subplan exist in the STS. You can do this by navigating to the hierarchy management section in SAP and checking if the required hierarchies are defined.
  Create or Update Hierarchies: If the hierarchies do not exist, you may need to create them. If they exist but are not correctly linked to the subplan, you may need to update the configuration.
  Review Subplan Configuration: Ensure that the subplan is correctly configured to reference the appropriate hierarchies. This may involve checking the settings in the planning area or the planning version.
  Transport Issues: If the hierarchies were recently transported, check the transport logs for any errors. You may need to re-transport the hierarchies or manually create them in the target system.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the hierarchies. This may involve checking user roles and permissions in the SAP system.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like RSPC (Process Chain) or RSRT (Query Monitor) to analyze the data and hierarchies.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for the specific module you are working with (e.g., SEM, BPC) for more detailed guidance on hierarchy management and planning configurations.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or functional team for further investigation.