How To Fix COPC_RPR_UI013 - Org. unit &1 is not parent of org. unit &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: COPC_RPR_UI - EPIC RPR

• Message number: 013

• Message text: Org. unit &1 is not parent of org. unit &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message COPC_RPR_UI013 - Org. unit &1 is not parent of org. unit &2 ?

  The SAP error message COPC_RPR_UI013 indicates that there is a hierarchical relationship issue between organizational units in the context of SAP Controlling (CO) or SAP Project System (PS). Specifically, the error states that the organizational unit specified as &1 is not a parent of the organizational unit specified as &2. This typically occurs when you are trying to perform an operation that requires a specific parent-child relationship between the two organizational units.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Hierarchical Structure: The organizational unit you are trying to use as a parent (&1) does not actually have the specified child organizational unit (&2) in its hierarchy.
  Data Entry Error: There may have been a mistake in entering the organizational units, leading to a mismatch.
  Configuration Issues: The organizational structure may not be configured correctly in the system, leading to incorrect relationships.
  Changes in Organizational Structure: If the organizational structure has been modified (e.g., units were moved or deleted), it may lead to this error.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Verify Hierarchical Structure:
  
  Check the organizational structure in the SAP system to ensure that &1 is indeed the parent of &2. You can do this by navigating to the relevant configuration or using transaction codes like OOCU (for controlling area) or OOSP (for project system).
  
  
  
  Correct Data Entry:
  
  If there was a mistake in entering the organizational units, correct the entries to ensure that the correct parent-child relationship is established.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  If you have access to configuration settings, review the settings for the organizational units to ensure they are set up correctly. This may involve checking the settings in the controlling area or project structure.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for guidance on how to manage organizational units and their relationships.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP team for assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes for managing organizational units, such as OOCU, OOSP, or SPRO for configuration.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for additional insights or patches that may address the issue.
  User Roles and Permissions: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to view and modify organizational units in the system.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.