How To Fix COM_HIERARCHY201 - Hierarchy '&1': Description in language '&2' already exists

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: COM_HIERARCHY - Hierarchy

• Message number: 201

• Message text: Hierarchy '&1': Description in language '&2' already exists

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message COM_HIERARCHY201 - Hierarchy '&1': Description in language '&2' already exists ?

  The SAP error message COM_HIERARCHY201 indicates that there is an attempt to create or modify a hierarchy description in a specific language that already exists in the system. This error typically occurs in the context of managing hierarchies in SAP, particularly in the areas of Controlling (CO) or other modules that utilize hierarchical structures.
  Cause:
  The error is triggered when:
  
  You are trying to create a new hierarchy description for a hierarchy that already has a description in the specified language.
  The system enforces uniqueness for hierarchy descriptions within the same language, preventing duplicate entries.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Existing Descriptions:
  
  Navigate to the hierarchy management transaction (e.g., KSH1 for creating a hierarchy or KSH2 for changing it).
  Look for the hierarchy in question and check if a description already exists in the specified language.
  
  
  
  Modify Existing Description:
  
  If a description already exists, you can either:
  
  Modify the existing description if changes are needed.
  Use a different language for the new description if applicable.
  
  
  
  
  
  Delete Duplicate Entry:
  
  If you find that there are indeed duplicates or unnecessary entries, you may consider deleting the existing description if it is no longer needed.
  
  
  
  Use a Different Hierarchy:
  
  If you are trying to create a new hierarchy, ensure that you are not using the same identifier or name as an existing one.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidelines on managing hierarchies and descriptions.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as KSH1, KSH2, and KSH3 for creating, changing, and displaying hierarchies.
  Language Settings: Ensure that your user settings and the language settings for the hierarchy are correctly configured.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for additional insights or patches that may address the issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the COM_HIERARCHY201 error and successfully manage your hierarchy descriptions in SAP.