How To Fix AJ387 - Upper-level group &2 for operand group &1 was not found

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: AJ - Billing program

• Message number: 387

• Message text: Upper-level group &2 for operand group &1 was not found

What causes this issue?

Operand group &v1& contains group &v2& as its upper-level group.
However, there is no entry for this operand group in the EOPGROUP
(operand groups) table.

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?

You have the following options
Enter operand group &v2& with level &v3& in the EOPGROUP table.
Enter a different upper-level group in group &v1&.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AJ387 - Upper-level group &2 for operand group &1 was not found ?

  The SAP error message AJ387 indicates that there is an issue with the operand group in the context of a report or analysis related to the SAP Controlling (CO) module, specifically in the area of Profitability Analysis (CO-PA) or similar functionalities. The message states that the upper-level group for a specified operand group could not be found.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The upper-level group for the specified operand group has not been defined in the system. This could happen if the configuration for the operand groups is incomplete or if the relevant master data has not been set up correctly.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the data, such as missing entries in the configuration tables that link operand groups to their upper-level groups.
  Transport Issues: If the configuration was transported from one system to another (e.g., from development to production), there may have been issues during the transport that led to missing or incomplete data.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration: 
  
  Go to the configuration settings for the operand groups in the SAP system. This can typically be found in the SPRO transaction under the Controlling (CO) settings.
  Ensure that the upper-level group for the specified operand group is defined correctly.
  
  
  
  Maintain Master Data:
  
  If the upper-level group is missing, you may need to create it or link it to the operand group in question.
  Use transaction codes like KEDR (for CO-PA) or other relevant transactions to maintain the necessary master data.
  
  
  
  Review Transport Logs:
  
  If the issue arose after a transport, check the transport logs for any errors or warnings that might indicate what went wrong during the transport process.
  If necessary, re-transport the configuration or manually adjust the settings in the target system.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation: 
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to operand groups and upper-level groups for any specific guidance or known issues.
  
  
  
  Testing: 
  
  After making the necessary changes, perform tests to ensure that the error no longer occurs and that the system behaves as expected.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SPRO (for configuration), KEDR (for CO-PA), and others that may be relevant to your specific SAP environment.
  SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any notes related to error AJ387, as there may be specific patches or updates that address this issue.
  User Forums: Consider visiting SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed, and solutions shared.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with an SAP expert or your organization's SAP support team for further assistance.