How To Fix WRF_MATERIAL014 - Article hierarchy & does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WRF_MATERIAL - Additional Messages for Material Master (Retail)

• Message number: 014

• Message text: Article hierarchy & does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WRF_MATERIAL014 - Article hierarchy & does not exist ?

  The SAP error message WRF_MATERIAL014 indicates that the article hierarchy you are trying to access or use does not exist in the system. This error typically occurs in the context of Retail or Merchandise Management when dealing with articles (products) and their classifications.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Article Hierarchy: The specified article hierarchy has not been created or is not available in the system.
  Incorrect Hierarchy Assignment: The article may not be assigned to the correct hierarchy or the hierarchy may not be properly configured.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the master data, such as missing entries in the relevant tables.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary permissions to access the article hierarchy.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Article Hierarchy Configuration:
  
  Go to the relevant configuration transaction (e.g., SPRO) and navigate to the section for article hierarchy management.
  Verify that the article hierarchy exists and is correctly configured.
  
  
  
  Create or Update Article Hierarchy:
  
  If the hierarchy does not exist, you may need to create it. This can typically be done in the article hierarchy maintenance area.
  If it exists but is not correctly set up, make the necessary adjustments.
  
  
  
  Assign Articles to Hierarchy:
  
  Ensure that the articles you are working with are assigned to the correct hierarchy. This can be checked in the article master data.
  
  
  
  Check for Data Consistency:
  
  Run consistency checks on your master data to identify any discrepancies that may be causing the issue.
  
  
  
  User Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access and manage article hierarchies. This may involve checking roles and permissions in the user profile.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on managing article hierarchies in your version of SAP.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like MM01 (Create Material), MM02 (Change Material), or MM03 (Display Material) to manage article data.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to article hierarchies.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the WRF_MATERIAL014 error and ensure that your article hierarchy is correctly set up and accessible.