How To Fix 5W622 - Organizational unit & does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 5W - Messages for PD (Particularly Workflow)

• Message number: 622

• Message text: Organizational unit & does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 5W622 - Organizational unit & does not exist ?

  The SAP error message 5W622 indicates that the specified organizational unit does not exist in the system. This error typically occurs in various SAP modules, such as HR (Human Resources), Finance, or Logistics, when trying to access or assign an organizational unit that has not been defined or has been deleted.
  Cause:
  
  Non-Existent Organizational Unit: The organizational unit you are trying to reference has not been created in the system.
  Incorrect Input: There may be a typo or incorrect entry in the organizational unit field.
  Data Deletion: The organizational unit may have been deleted or archived in the system.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or access the organizational unit.
  Configuration Issues: The organizational structure may not be properly configured in the system.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Organizational Unit: Verify that the organizational unit you are trying to use actually exists in the system. You can do this by navigating to the relevant transaction (e.g., PPOME for HR) and searching for the organizational unit.
  Correct Input: Ensure that you have entered the correct organizational unit code. Double-check for any typos or formatting issues.
  Create Organizational Unit: If the organizational unit does not exist, you may need to create it using the appropriate transaction (e.g., PPOME for HR).
  Review Authorizations: Check if you have the necessary authorizations to access the organizational unit. If not, contact your system administrator to grant the required permissions.
  Consult Configuration: If you suspect a configuration issue, consult with your SAP Basis or configuration team to ensure that the organizational structure is set up correctly.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as PPOME (for HR organizational management), OX02 (for maintaining organizational units in the enterprise structure), or other relevant transactions based on your module.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation or help files for guidance on organizational management and structure setup.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal IT support team for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution.