How To Fix WXCM035 - Could not construct planning hierarchy

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WXCM - Messages for Package CM_MAP

• Message number: 035

• Message text: Could not construct planning hierarchy

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WXCM035 - Could not construct planning hierarchy ?

  SAP Error Message:
  
  WXCM035 - Could not construct planning hierarchy
  
  Cause:
  The error WXCM035 typically occurs in SAP Integrated Business Planning (IBP) or SAP APO when the system is unable to build or retrieve the planning hierarchy. This can happen due to several reasons:
  
  Incorrect or missing master data: The planning hierarchy depends on master data such as product, location, or other key figures. If this data is incomplete, inconsistent, or missing, the hierarchy cannot be constructed.
  Hierarchy definition issues: The hierarchy might not be properly defined or activated in the system.
  Authorization issues: The user might not have sufficient permissions to access the hierarchy or related data.
  Data model or configuration errors: Problems in the data model or planning area configuration can prevent hierarchy construction.
  Technical issues: System inconsistencies, transport errors, or database problems might cause this error.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the WXCM035 error, follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Master Data Completeness:
  
  Verify that all relevant master data (products, locations, etc.) is correctly maintained and active.
  Ensure that the master data is consistent and does not contain duplicates or invalid entries.
  
  
  
  Validate Hierarchy Definition:
  
  Go to the planning area or hierarchy maintenance transaction and check if the hierarchy is properly defined and activated.
  Re-activate the hierarchy if necessary.
  
  
  
  Review Planning Area Configuration:
  
  Check the planning area settings to ensure that the hierarchy is correctly assigned.
  Validate the data model and key figure assignments.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Confirm that the user has the necessary roles and permissions to access the planning hierarchy and related data.
  
  
  
  Run Consistency Checks:
  
  Use SAP tools or reports to check for inconsistencies in master data or planning area configuration.
  
  
  
  Technical Troubleshooting:
  
  Check system logs (SM21), short dumps (ST22), and background job logs for related errors.
  If the problem started after a transport or system upgrade, verify that all objects were correctly imported.
  
  
  
  Rebuild or Refresh the Hierarchy:
  
  Sometimes, manually triggering a rebuild or refresh of the planning hierarchy can resolve the issue.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes and Support:
  
  Search for relevant SAP Notes using the error message code or symptoms.
  If the problem persists, consider raising a support ticket with SAP, providing detailed logs and system information.
  
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transactions/Tools:
  
  SAP IBP Web UI or SAP APO Planning Book for hierarchy maintenance.
  Master data maintenance transactions (e.g., /SAPAPO/MAT1 for products).
  Planning area configuration in SAP IBP or APO.
  Authorization checks via SU53 or PFCG.
  
  
  
  Common SAP Notes:
  
  Check SAP Support Portal for notes related to WXCM035 or planning hierarchy issues.
  
  
  
  Documentation:
  
  SAP Help Portal for IBP or APO planning area and hierarchy setup.
  SAP Community forums for similar issues and solutions.
  
  
  
  
  If you provide more context (e.g., system version, module, when the error occurs), I can help tailor the solution further.