How To Fix EAMS_UI_MISC241 - GL account hierarchy does not exist; check the provided default value

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EAMS_UI_MISC - Messages for UI Components

• Message number: 241

• Message text: GL account hierarchy does not exist; check the provided default value

What causes this issue?

You want to analyze costs in the <ZK>Detailed Cost Analysis</> view.
However, no data is shown since you have not provided a valid default
value for the GL account hierarchy. The GL account hierarchy that you
have entered in your user profile does not exist.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

You have provided a default value for the GL account hierarchy in your
user profile under <LS>System --> User Profile --> User Data</>.
However, the value that you have entered manually on the <LS>Parameters
</> tab page for the SET/GET Parameter ID <LS>FCOM_GL_ACCT_HIER</> is
not valid.
Please check your entry and provide an existing GL account hierarchy as
a default value.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EAMS_UI_MISC241 - GL account hierarchy does not exist; check the provided default value ?

  The SAP error message EAMS_UI_MISC241 indicates that the system cannot find a specified General Ledger (GL) account hierarchy. This typically occurs when the GL account hierarchy you are trying to use is either not defined in the system or the default value provided is incorrect.
  Cause:
  
  Missing GL Account Hierarchy: The specified GL account hierarchy does not exist in the system.
  Incorrect Default Value: The default value for the GL account hierarchy may have been incorrectly configured or entered.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration settings in the Financial Accounting (FI) module or the Asset Management (AM) module.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the specified GL account hierarchy.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check GL Account Hierarchy:
  
  Go to the transaction code OB58 (or the relevant transaction for your version) to check if the GL account hierarchy is defined.
  If it is not defined, you will need to create it.
  
  
  
  Verify Default Values:
  
  Check the configuration settings where the default values for the GL account hierarchy are set. This can usually be found in the configuration for Asset Accounting (transaction code SPRO).
  Ensure that the default value is correctly set and corresponds to an existing GL account hierarchy.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Navigate to the configuration settings for the relevant module (e.g., Asset Accounting) and ensure that all necessary settings are correctly configured.
  Make sure that the GL account assignments are properly maintained.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the GL account hierarchy. This can be checked with your SAP security team.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for more detailed guidance on GL account hierarchies and their configuration.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the transaction again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  OB58: To check and maintain GL account hierarchies.
  SPRO: To access the configuration settings for various modules.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  User Forums: Consider checking SAP community forums or user groups for similar issues and solutions shared by other users.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a consultant who specializes in SAP Financial Accounting.