How To Fix VCH_HL_CORE006 - Data missing in session data: no hierarchy entry found for instance: &.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VCH_HL_CORE - Variant Configuration Core Function

• Message number: 006

• Message text: Data missing in session data: no hierarchy entry found for instance: &.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VCH_HL_CORE006 - Data missing in session data: no hierarchy entry found for instance: &. ?

  The SAP error message VCH_HL_CORE006 indicates that there is missing data in the session data, specifically that no hierarchy entry was found for a given instance. This error typically occurs in the context of SAP applications that utilize hierarchical data structures, such as SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP S/4HANA.
  Cause:
  
  
  Missing Hierarchy Entries: The most common cause of this error is that the hierarchy entry for the specified instance does not exist in the system. This could be due to:
  
  The hierarchy not being properly defined or activated.
  The instance being incorrectly referenced or not existing in the hierarchy.
  Data inconsistencies or corruption in the hierarchy structure.
  
  
  
  Data Load Issues: If the hierarchy is supposed to be populated from a data source, there may have been issues during the data load process that resulted in missing entries.
  
  
  Configuration Issues: Incorrect configuration settings in the hierarchy or related data models can lead to this error.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Hierarchy Definition: Verify that the hierarchy is correctly defined and that the instance in question is included in the hierarchy. You can do this by:
  
  Navigating to the hierarchy maintenance transaction (e.g., RSH1 for InfoObjects).
  Ensuring that the instance exists and is active.
  
  
  
  Data Consistency Check: Perform a consistency check on the hierarchy to identify any missing or inconsistent entries. This can often be done through specific SAP transactions or reports designed for data validation.
  
  
  Repopulate Hierarchy: If the hierarchy is supposed to be populated from a data source, ensure that the data load process is functioning correctly. You may need to:
  
  Rerun the data load process.
  Check for any errors in the data extraction or transformation steps.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration: Check the configuration settings related to the hierarchy and ensure that they are set up correctly. This includes reviewing any related settings in the data model or reporting tools.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or support notes related to the specific version of SAP you are using. There may be known issues or patches available that address this error.
  
  
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance. Provide them with detailed information about the error, including the instance that is causing the issue and any relevant logs.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as RSH1 (Hierarchy Maintenance), RSA1 (Data Warehousing Workbench), and others that may help in managing hierarchies.
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to the error message or the specific hierarchy you are working with. SAP Notes often contain fixes or workarounds for known issues.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed. Other users may have encountered the same error and can provide insights or solutions.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the VCH_HL_CORE006 error in your SAP environment.