How To Fix WRF_WLAY068 - Hierarchy & does not exist in the system

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WRF_WLAY - Messages in Layout Environment in Fashion Solution

• Message number: 068

• Message text: Hierarchy & does not exist in the system

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WRF_WLAY068 - Hierarchy & does not exist in the system ?

  The SAP error message WRF_WLAY068 typically indicates that a specific hierarchy (usually related to product hierarchies or other organizational structures) does not exist in the system. This error often arises in the context of SAP's Retail or Logistics modules, particularly when dealing with master data or when trying to execute certain transactions that require a valid hierarchy.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Hierarchy: The specified hierarchy has not been created or activated in the system.
  Incorrect Configuration: The hierarchy might be incorrectly configured or not assigned to the relevant organizational units.
  Data Migration Issues: If data was migrated from another system, the hierarchy may not have been transferred correctly.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the hierarchy.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Hierarchy Existence:
  
  Go to the relevant transaction (e.g., OMW1 for product hierarchies) and verify if the hierarchy exists.
  If it does not exist, you will need to create it.
  
  
  
  Create or Activate Hierarchy:
  
  If the hierarchy is missing, create it using the appropriate transaction code (e.g., OMW1 for product hierarchies).
  Ensure that the hierarchy is activated and properly configured.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration settings to ensure that the hierarchy is correctly assigned to the relevant organizational units.
  Use transaction codes like SPRO to navigate to the relevant configuration settings.
  
  
  
  Data Migration Review:
  
  If the issue arose after a data migration, review the migration process to ensure that all necessary hierarchies were included.
  You may need to re-import or manually create the missing hierarchies.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that the user encountering the error has the necessary authorizations to access the hierarchy.
  Check user roles and authorizations in transaction SU01 or PFCG.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as OMW1, SPRO, and SU01.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation for the specific module you are working with (e.g., SAP Retail, SAP Logistics) for more context on hierarchies and their configuration.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.