How To Fix WRF_APC085 - Enter a hierarchy and a node

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WRF_APC - Messages for Operational Assortment Planning and Control

• Message number: 085

• Message text: Enter a hierarchy and a node

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WRF_APC085 - Enter a hierarchy and a node ?

  SAP Error Message:
  
  WRF_APC085: Enter a hierarchy and a node
  
  Cause:
  This error occurs when you are trying to execute a function or transaction in SAP that requires you to specify a hierarchy and a node within that hierarchy, but one or both of these inputs are missing or not entered correctly.
  Typically, this happens in scenarios involving Product Costing, Activity-Based Costing (ABC), or Work Center Hierarchies where the system expects you to select a valid hierarchy structure and a node (element) within that hierarchy to proceed.
  
  When does it occur?
  
  When running reports or transactions related to Cost Object Hierarchies or Activity Hierarchies.
  When defining or analyzing cost structures that depend on hierarchical data.
  When the input screen or selection screen requires a hierarchy and node but the user leaves these fields blank or enters invalid values.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Enter a valid hierarchy:  
  
  Check the available hierarchies in your system relevant to the transaction.
  Use the search help (F4) to select a valid hierarchy.
  
  
  
  Enter a valid node within the hierarchy:  
  
  After selecting the hierarchy, select a node (a specific element or level) within that hierarchy.
  Use the search help (F4) to pick a valid node.
  
  
  
  Verify the hierarchy and node combination:  
  
  Ensure that the node you select actually belongs to the hierarchy you have chosen.
  If unsure, consult your system administrator or the master data responsible for maintaining hierarchies.
  
  
  
  Check master data and configuration:  
  
  If you cannot find any hierarchies or nodes, it might be due to missing or incomplete master data.
  Verify that the hierarchies and nodes are properly maintained in the system (e.g., in transaction codes like KCH1 for cost center hierarchies or relevant APC hierarchy maintenance transactions).
  
  
  
  Consult documentation or SAP notes:  
  
  Sometimes, this error can be caused by missing configuration or authorization issues.
  Check SAP Notes or your internal documentation for specific instructions related to your module.
  
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction codes related to hierarchies:  
  
  KCH1 / KCH2 / KCH3 – Cost Center Hierarchies  
  KP06 / KP26 – Activity Type Planning (may involve hierarchies)  
  WRF_APC transactions – related to Activity-Based Costing and hierarchies
  
  
  
  Hierarchy and node concepts:  
  
  A hierarchy is a structured representation of organizational units, cost centers, or activities.  
  A node is an individual element or level within that hierarchy.
  
  
  
  SAP Help and Documentation:  
  
  Refer to SAP Help Portal for your specific module (e.g., Product Costing, Controlling) for detailed explanations on hierarchies and nodes.
  
  
  
  
  Summary:
  
  Error: You must enter both a hierarchy and a node.  
  Fix: Provide valid entries for both fields before proceeding.  
  Check: Master data, configuration, and use search helps to select correct values.
  
  
  If you provide the exact transaction or context where this error occurs, I can give more tailored advice.