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3735202 - Filter Line widget shows unstable default hierarchy but built-in filter and data analyzer unaffected - SAP Analytics Cloud

Symptom

  • It is unstable to show the default hierarchy in the Filter Line widget.
  • No issue for the story filter or Data Analyzer.
  • No error messages are displayed.

Environment

  • SAP Analytics Cloud (Enterprise) 2026.2.10

  • BW live data connection

Reproducing the Issue

  1. Open a story based on BW live connection.
  2. In the Filter Line widget, select “filter +” and choose a dimension to check the selection dialog shows Flat Presentation.
  3. Select the same dimension again from the Filter Line widget, an unexpected, non-default hierarchy is shown instead of the Flat Presentation.

Cause

The issue is currently under investigation by the development.

Resolution

  1. The solution of this issue is currently under investigation. Please follow this KBA for updates.
  2. Workaround: Use the built-in filter line or Data Analyzer to apply hierarchy-based filters, as these maintain the expected default hierarchy.

See Also

Keywords

filter line widget, default hierarchy, hierarchy presentation, flat presentation, unexpected hierarchy, built-in filter, data analyzer, bw live, story filter, dimension filter, optimized story, hierarchy switching, unstable hierarchy, sac stories, filter dialog , KBA , LOD-ANA-DES , Story Design & Visualizations , Problem

Product

SAP Analytics Cloud all versions