How To Fix COM_HIERARCHY033 - Hierarchy &1 is used for application &2 and &3 (Note &4)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: COM_HIERARCHY - Hierarchy

• Message number: 033

• Message text: Hierarchy &1 is used for application &2 and &3 (Note &4)

What causes this issue?

You are downloading categories (Customizing object DNL_CUST_PROD1). In
the Customizing activity <LS>Assign Category Hierarchies to Applications
</> (transaction COMM_PRAPPLCAT), the same hierarchy &V1& was set for
the applications &V3& and &V2&. This is not possible if categories are
to be replicated from ERP.

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?

Correct the entries using transaction COMM_PRAPPLCAT. If a download has
already been performed, the entries in COMM_PRAPPLCAT should be as
follows:
Application Sales (01) -> Hierarchy R3PRODHIER
Application Purchasing (02) -> Hierarchy R3MATCLASS
Application Product (03) -> Hierarchy R3PRODSTYP
If these hierarchies are not yet there, do not make any entries. The
hierarchies will be created during the download. You should only make
entries in the step <LS>Assignment per Product Type for Application</>
if you do not want to use the hierarchy R3PRODSTYP but another hierarchy
as the base hierarchy for the product type <LS>Financing</> or
<LS>Service</>. An entry must not be made for the product type
<LS>Material</> as the material types will then be imported into this
hierarchy

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message COM_HIERARCHY033 - Hierarchy &1 is used for application &2 and &3 (Note &4) ?

  The SAP error message COM_HIERARCHY033 indicates that a hierarchy (identified by &1) is being used in multiple applications (identified by &2 and &3). This message typically arises in the context of SAP's Controlling (CO) module, particularly when dealing with hierarchies in Profit Center Accounting or Cost Center Accounting.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when you attempt to perform an action (like deleting or modifying) on a hierarchy that is currently in use by more than one application. This is a safeguard to prevent inconsistencies or data integrity issues within the system.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Identify Usage: Check where the hierarchy is being used. You can do this by reviewing the applications mentioned in the error message. This may involve looking into the configuration settings for the applications to see how the hierarchy is linked.
  
  
  Review Dependencies: Understand the dependencies of the hierarchy. If it is being used in multiple applications, you may need to decide which application can continue to use it and which one needs to be modified or removed.
  
  
  Modify or Delete: If you need to delete or modify the hierarchy, ensure that it is not being used in the applications mentioned. You may need to first remove the hierarchy from one of the applications before proceeding with your intended action.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP Notes or documentation related to the specific applications to understand the implications of modifying or deleting the hierarchy.
  
  
  SAP Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to SAP support with the note number provided in the error message (&4) for further assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: The note number (&4) in the error message can provide specific guidance or updates related to this issue. Always check the SAP Support Portal for the latest notes and patches.
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like KSH1 (Create Cost Center Hierarchy), KSH2 (Change Cost Center Hierarchy), or KSH3 (Display Cost Center Hierarchy) to manage hierarchies.
  Documentation: Review the SAP Help Portal for detailed documentation on managing hierarchies in the relevant modules.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to address the COM_HIERARCHY033 error effectively.