How To Fix COM_HIERARCHY037 - The specified hierarchy does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: COM_HIERARCHY - Hierarchy

• Message number: 037

• Message text: The specified hierarchy does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message COM_HIERARCHY037 - The specified hierarchy does not exist ?

  The SAP error message COM_HIERARCHY037 indicates that the specified hierarchy does not exist in the system. This error typically occurs in the context of SAP Controlling (CO) or when working with hierarchical data structures, such as cost centers, profit centers, or internal orders.
  Cause:
  
  Non-Existent Hierarchy: The hierarchy you are trying to access or use has not been created or has been deleted.
  Incorrect Hierarchy Name: There may be a typo or incorrect naming in the hierarchy reference.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or access the specified hierarchy.
  Data Consistency Issues: There may be inconsistencies in the data, such as missing entries in the database.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Verify Hierarchy Existence:
  
  Check if the hierarchy you are trying to use exists in the system. You can do this by navigating to the relevant transaction (e.g., KSH1 for cost center hierarchies) and searching for the hierarchy.
  
  
  
  Correct Hierarchy Name:
  
  Ensure that the name of the hierarchy you are referencing is correct. Double-check for any typos or incorrect identifiers.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the hierarchy. You may need to consult with your SAP security team to verify and adjust user roles if necessary.
  
  
  
  Create or Restore Hierarchy:
  
  If the hierarchy does not exist, you may need to create it using the appropriate transaction (e.g., KSH1 for creating cost center hierarchies).
  If it was deleted accidentally, you may need to restore it from a backup or recreate it manually.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on managing hierarchies in your version of SAP.
  
  
  
  Check for System Issues:
  
  If the hierarchy should exist and you are still encountering the error, there may be a system issue. In this case, consult your SAP Basis team or technical support for further investigation.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as KSH1 (Create Cost Center Hierarchy), KSH2 (Change Cost Center Hierarchy), and KSH3 (Display Cost Center Hierarchy).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  User Forums: Consider visiting SAP community forums or user groups for additional insights and solutions from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.