How To Fix WXCM046 - Non master data hier. records are being deleted from the planning hier.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WXCM - Messages for Package CM_MAP

• Message number: 046

• Message text: Non master data hier. records are being deleted from the planning hier.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WXCM046 - Non master data hier. records are being deleted from the planning hier. ?

  Certainly! Here's a detailed explanation regarding the SAP error message WXCM046:
  
  SAP Error Message: WXCM046
  Text: Non master data hierarchy records are being deleted from the planning hierarchy.
  
  Cause:
  This error occurs when you attempt to delete records from a planning hierarchy that are not part of the master data hierarchy. In SAP Integrated Business Planning (IBP) or SAP APO (Advanced Planning and Optimization), hierarchies are used to structure master data (such as products, locations, customers) and planning data.
  
  Master data hierarchy: Represents the official, consistent hierarchy defined in master data.
  Planning hierarchy: Can be a customized or derived hierarchy used specifically for planning purposes.
  
  The system prevents deletion of records in the planning hierarchy that do not exist in the master data hierarchy to maintain data consistency and integrity.
  
  Explanation:
  
  The planning hierarchy is linked to the master data hierarchy.
  Deleting nodes or records that are not part of the master data hierarchy can cause inconsistencies.
  SAP enforces this check to avoid accidental deletion of planning data that might be required or linked elsewhere.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check the hierarchy records:
  
  Verify which records you are trying to delete.
  Confirm if these records exist in the master data hierarchy.
  
  
  
  Align planning hierarchy with master data hierarchy:
  
  If the records do not exist in the master data hierarchy, you should not delete them directly from the planning hierarchy.
  Instead, update or correct the master data hierarchy first if necessary.
  
  
  
  Use appropriate transactions/tools:
  
  Use SAP IBP or APO hierarchy maintenance tools to manage hierarchies.
  Ensure that any changes in planning hierarchies are consistent with master data.
  
  
  
  If deletion is necessary:
  
  First, delete or correct the corresponding master data hierarchy records.
  Then, delete the planning hierarchy records.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes or Support:
  
  If the issue persists or is unclear, check SAP Notes for any known bugs or patches.
  Contact SAP Support for assistance if needed.
  
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transactions/Tools:
  
  SAP IBP Excel Add-in for hierarchy maintenance.
  SAP APO transaction /SAPAPO/CHHM (Change Hierarchy Maintenance).
  SAP IBP Web UI hierarchy management.
  
  
  
  SAP Modules:
  
  SAP IBP (Integrated Business Planning)
  SAP APO (Advanced Planning and Optimization)
  
  
  
  SAP Notes:
  
  Search for notes related to hierarchy maintenance and WXCM046 error.
  
  
  
  Best Practices:
  
  Always maintain consistency between master data and planning hierarchies.
  Avoid manual deletions in planning hierarchies without corresponding master data updates.
  
  
  
  
  If you provide more context (e.g., which SAP module/version you are using), I can tailor the solution further.