How To Fix COM_HIERCUST000 - Scheme &1 is assigned to hierarchy &2 and therefore cannot be changed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: COM_HIERCUST - Messages for Hierarchies and Categories for Customizing

• Message number: 000

• Message text: Scheme &1 is assigned to hierarchy &2 and therefore cannot be changed

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message COM_HIERCUST000 - Scheme &1 is assigned to hierarchy &2 and therefore cannot be changed ?

  The SAP error message COM_HIERCUST000 indicates that a specific scheme (identified by &1) is assigned to a hierarchy (identified by &2) and therefore cannot be changed. This typically occurs in the context of SAP's Controlling (CO) module, particularly when dealing with hierarchical structures in cost centers, profit centers, or other organizational units.
  Cause:
  
  Assignment of Scheme to Hierarchy: The scheme you are trying to change is currently linked to a hierarchy. In SAP, certain configurations or settings are locked when they are actively used in a hierarchy to prevent inconsistencies.
  Data Integrity: SAP enforces data integrity by preventing changes to elements that are in use, ensuring that the hierarchy remains stable and consistent.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Hierarchy Assignments: 
  
  Navigate to the relevant transaction (e.g., KSH1 for cost center hierarchy) and check if the scheme is indeed assigned to the hierarchy.
  If it is, you will need to remove the assignment before making changes to the scheme.
  
  
  
  Remove or Change the Assignment:
  
  If you need to change the scheme, first remove it from the hierarchy. This can usually be done in the hierarchy maintenance transaction.
  After removing the assignment, you can then proceed to change the scheme as needed.
  
  
  
  Reassign if Necessary: 
  
  After making the necessary changes to the scheme, you can reassign it to the hierarchy if required.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation: 
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help files for specific steps related to your version of SAP, as the process may vary slightly depending on the configuration.
  
  
  
  Check for Authorizations: 
  
  Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to the hierarchy and the scheme.
  
  
  
  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 additional guidance related to this error message.
  Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert who can provide further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and make the necessary changes to the scheme.