How To Fix COM_HIERARCHY017 - Enter a hierarchy description

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: COM_HIERARCHY - Hierarchy

• Message number: 017

• Message text: Enter a hierarchy description

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message COM_HIERARCHY017 - Enter a hierarchy description ?

  The SAP error message COM_HIERARCHY017 indicates that a hierarchy description is missing when you are trying to create or modify a hierarchy in the SAP system. This error typically occurs in the context of SAP Controlling (CO) or other modules that utilize hierarchical structures, such as Profit Center Accounting or Cost Center Accounting.
  Cause:
  The error is triggered when:
  
  You attempt to create or modify a hierarchy without providing a description for that hierarchy.
  The hierarchy description field is mandatory, and if it is left blank, the system will not allow you to proceed.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you need to provide a valid description for the hierarchy. Here are the steps to do this:
  
  
  Navigate to the Hierarchy Maintenance Screen: Go to the transaction where you are trying to create or modify the hierarchy (e.g., transaction code KSH1 for cost center hierarchy).
  
  
  Enter Required Information: When creating or editing the hierarchy, ensure that you fill in all mandatory fields, including the hierarchy description.
  
  
  Save Changes: After entering the hierarchy description, save your changes. This should resolve the error.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes for hierarchy management, such as:
  
  KSH1 - Create Cost Center Hierarchy
  KSH2 - Change Cost Center Hierarchy
  KSH3 - Display Cost Center Hierarchy
  
  
  
  Field Requirements: Check the field requirements in the hierarchy maintenance screen to ensure that all mandatory fields are filled out correctly.
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files for more detailed information on hierarchy management and the specific requirements for your version of SAP.
  
  
  User Permissions: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to create or modify hierarchies in the system.
  
  
  If you continue to experience issues after following these steps, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting the SAP community for further assistance.