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How To Fix CMCB_MSG331 - No organizational hierarchy available for cycle type &1


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  • Message type: E = Error

  • Message class: CMCB_MSG - Cash Budgeting Message Class

  • Message number: 331

  • Message text: No organizational hierarchy available for cycle type &1

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  • What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CMCB_MSG331 - No organizational hierarchy available for cycle type &1 ?

    The SAP error message CMCB_MSG331, which states "No organizational hierarchy available for cycle type &1," typically occurs in the context of SAP Controlling (CO) when working with cost center accounting, internal orders, or other related modules. This error indicates that the system cannot find an organizational hierarchy that corresponds to the specified cycle type.

    Cause:

    1. Missing Hierarchy: The organizational hierarchy for the specified cycle type has not been defined or is missing in the system.
    2. Incorrect Configuration: The configuration settings for the cycle type may not be correctly set up, leading to the system being unable to locate the necessary hierarchy.
    3. Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the organizational hierarchy.
    4. Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies or errors in the master data related to the organizational units or cycle types.

    Solution:

    1. Check Hierarchy Configuration:

      • Go to the configuration settings in SAP (Transaction code: SPRO).
      • Navigate to the relevant area for defining organizational hierarchies (e.g., Controlling -> Cost Center Accounting -> Master Data -> Cost Center Hierarchy).
      • Ensure that the hierarchy for the specified cycle type is created and active.
    2. Define Cycle Types:

      • Ensure that the cycle type you are trying to use is properly defined in the system (Transaction code: OKA0 for cycle types).
      • Check if the cycle type is linked to the correct organizational hierarchy.
    3. Review Authorizations:

      • Check the user’s authorizations to ensure they have the necessary permissions to access the organizational hierarchy.
      • Use transaction code SU53 to analyze authorization issues if the user is facing access problems.
    4. Data Consistency Check:

      • Perform a consistency check on the master data related to cost centers, internal orders, or other relevant objects to ensure there are no discrepancies.
      • Use transaction codes like KAH1 (for cost centers) to review the data.
    5. Consult Documentation:

      • Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on setting up organizational hierarchies and cycle types.
    6. 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 OKA0 (Cycle Types), KAH1 (Cost Center Master Data), and SPRO (SAP Reference IMG).
    • SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for potential patches or updates that may resolve the issue.
    • User Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups for shared experiences and solutions from other users who may have encountered the same error.

    By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue related to the CMCB_MSG331 error message in SAP.

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