How To Fix W_CB403 - Product Hierarchy Data is not consistent (&1 to &2 /&3 / &4)

W_CB403 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: W_CB -

• Message number: 403

• Message text: Product Hierarchy Data is not consistent (&1 to &2 /&3 / &4)

What causes this issue?

The product hierarchy data is provided both as PROD_HIER and PROD_HIER1
/ PROD_HIER2 / PROD_HIER3.
In this case they have to be both consistent, as PROD_HIER is used to
fill additional Product Hierarchy Levels (using structure PRODHS).

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

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

W_CB403 - Details

• Certainly! Here's a detailed explanation of the SAP error message:
  
  SAP Error Message:
  W_CB403 Product Hierarchy Data is not consistent (&1 to &2 / &3 / &4)
  
  Meaning / 
  Cause:
  This warning message indicates that there is an inconsistency in the product hierarchy data between the specified nodes or levels. The placeholders (&1, &2, &3, &4) typically represent product hierarchy nodes or levels involved in the inconsistency.
  Common causes include:
  
  The product hierarchy nodes or levels referenced do not follow the expected hierarchical structure.
  There is a mismatch or gap in the product hierarchy levels assigned to a material or product.
  Data maintenance errors where product hierarchy nodes are incorrectly assigned or missing.
  Inconsistent or incomplete product hierarchy master data in the system.
  
  
  When does it occur?
  
  During material master data creation or change (especially in sales and distribution views).
  When product hierarchy data is being validated or transferred.
  During reporting or pricing procedures that rely on product hierarchy data.
  When product hierarchy is