How To Fix 9J417 - There is no catalog group hierarchy for catalog code &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 9J -

• Message number: 417

• Message text: There is no catalog group hierarchy for catalog code &

What causes this issue?

In Customizing a hierarchy level is assigned to catalog &V1& in catalog
group 1 or 2. This level is not defined in the hierarchy level of the
catalog.
This means that the system cannot determine this catalog group.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

In Customizing check the entries for catalog &V1& and save the
corrected entries for the hierarchy levels in the catalog gorups.
You can only use defined levels in the hierarchy level.
Use the <DS>Customizing</> button (see the button toolbar) in the IMG
(w/o project) and go to the IMG activity <DS>Define catalog code</> or
click on <DS:SIMG.J_3G_KATALOG>Define catalog code</>
If you double-click on the line of catalog &V1& the detailed
information appears.
On the screen:
After changing the Customizing settings they become effective for the
current SD item if you change a field in this item on the overview
screen or if you recreate the item.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 9J417 - There is no catalog group hierarchy for catalog code & ?

  The SAP error message 9J417, which states "There is no catalog group hierarchy for catalog code &," typically occurs in the context of SAP's Material Management (MM) or Supplier Relationship Management (SRM) modules. This error indicates that the system is unable to find a defined catalog group hierarchy for the specified catalog code.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Catalog Group Hierarchy: The primary cause of this error is that the catalog group hierarchy for the specified catalog code has not been defined in the system.
  Incorrect Catalog Code: The catalog code being referenced may be incorrect or does not exist in the system.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration settings related to the catalog management in SAP.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Catalog Code: Verify that the catalog code you are using is correct and exists in the system. You can do this by navigating to the relevant catalog management transaction or table.
  Define Catalog Group Hierarchy:
  
  Go to the transaction code for maintaining catalog groups (e.g., SPRO for configuration).
  Navigate to the relevant section for catalog management and ensure that a catalog group hierarchy is defined for the specified catalog code.
  If it is not defined, create a new catalog group hierarchy and assign the necessary catalog codes to it.
  
  
  Review Configuration: Ensure that all necessary configurations related to catalog management are correctly set up. This may involve checking settings in the IMG (Implementation Guide) under the relevant modules.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific steps on how to set up catalog group hierarchies.
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SPRO, ME51N, ME21N, etc., for managing materials and catalogs.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message, as they may provide additional insights or patches that could resolve the issue.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access and modify catalog group hierarchies.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.