How To Fix CR086 - Work center & plant & is already assigned to this hierarchy

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CR - (1,099) Work Center; (100,200) Capacity

• Message number: 086

• Message text: Work center & plant & is already assigned to this hierarchy

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CR086 - Work center & plant & is already assigned to this hierarchy ?

  The SAP error message CR086 indicates that a work center is already assigned to a specific hierarchy in the system. This typically occurs when you are trying to assign a work center to a hierarchy that it is already part of, which is not allowed in SAP.
  Cause:
  
  Duplicate Assignment: The work center you are trying to assign is already linked to the specified hierarchy.
  Incorrect Hierarchy Structure: The hierarchy structure may not allow multiple assignments for the same work center.
  Data Entry Error: There may have been an error in data entry or an attempt to reassign the work center without removing it from the existing hierarchy.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Existing Assignments: 
  
  Navigate to the relevant transaction (e.g., CR01, CR02) to view the current assignments of the work center.
  Verify if the work center is already assigned to the hierarchy you are trying to use.
  
  
  
  Remove Existing Assignment:
  
  If you need to reassign the work center to a different hierarchy, first remove it from the current hierarchy.
  Use the appropriate transaction (e.g., CR02) to edit the work center and remove it from the existing hierarchy.
  
  
  
  Reassign the Work Center:
  
  After removing the work center from the previous hierarchy, you can then proceed to assign it to the new hierarchy.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation: 
  
  Review SAP documentation or help files related to work center assignments and hierarchy management for additional guidance.
  
  
  
  Check User Authorizations: 
  
  Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to work center assignments.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  CR01: Create Work Center
  CR02: Change Work Center
  CR03: Display Work Center
  
  
  Hierarchy Management: Understand how hierarchies are structured in your SAP system and the rules governing work center assignments.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues or provide updates related to this error message.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or refer to SAP community forums for further assistance.