How To Fix W-085 - Hierarchy level & cannot be transferred due to inconsistencies

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: W- -

• Message number: 085

• Message text: Hierarchy level & cannot be transferred due to inconsistencies

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message W-085 - Hierarchy level & cannot be transferred due to inconsistencies ?

  Certainly! Here's a detailed explanation for the SAP error message:
  
  SAP Error Message:
  W-085 Hierarchy level & cannot be transferred due to inconsistencies
  
  Cause:
  This warning message occurs during the transfer or activation of a hierarchy (e.g., in Organizational Management, Cost Center Hierarchy, or other hierarchical structures) when the system detects inconsistencies in the hierarchy level data. The inconsistencies can be due to:
  
  Missing or incorrect parent-child relationships.
  Circular references within the hierarchy.
  Incomplete or missing master data for the hierarchy nodes.
  Levels that do not conform to the defined hierarchy structure or rules.
  Data inconsistencies caused by manual changes or incomplete data uploads.
  
  Because of these inconsistencies, the system refuses to transfer or activate the hierarchy level to prevent corrupt or invalid hierarchy structures.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the W-085 warning, follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Hierarchy Structure:
  
  Review the hierarchy levels and ensure that all parent-child relationships are correctly maintained.
  Verify that no circular references exist (i.e., a node cannot be its own ancestor).
  
  
  
  Validate Master Data:
  
  Ensure that all nodes in the hierarchy have complete and valid master data.
  Check for missing or incorrect entries in the relevant infotypes or tables.
  
  
  
  Use SAP Tools for Consistency Checks:
  
  Use transaction codes or reports designed to check hierarchy consistency. For example:
  
  In Organizational Management: Use PPOME or PP01 to review and correct the org structure.
  Use standard reports or programs like RHINTE00 (Consistency Check for Org Management).
  
  
  Run consistency checks and fix any errors reported.
  
  
  
  Correct Data and Re-Transfer:
  
  After correcting inconsistencies, attempt to transfer or activate the hierarchy again.
  If the hierarchy is maintained via a batch input or upload, verify the source data and reprocess.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to hierarchy transfer errors.
  
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  PPOME - Maintain Organizational Plan
  PP01 - Maintain Object
  RHINTE00 - Consistency Check for Organizational Management
  KSH1 / KSH2 - Cost Center Hierarchy maintenance (if applicable)
  
  
  
  Tables:
  
  HRP1000 - Object
  HRP1001 - Relationships (parent-child)
  HRP1002 - Infotypes for objects
  
  
  
  SAP Notes:
  
  Search SAP Support Portal for notes related to W-085 or hierarchy inconsistencies.
  
  
  
  General Advice:
  
  Always back up your data before making mass changes.
  Use the standard SAP tools to maintain hierarchies rather than manual table edits.
  Ensure that hierarchy definitions and rules are well documented and followed.
  
  
  
  
  If you provide the specific module or context (e.g., Organizational Management, Cost Center Hierarchy), I can tailor the solution more precisely.