How To Fix FBICRC_COHIER006 - Standard hierarchy may not be changed

FBICRC_COHIER006 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FBICRC_COHIER - Messages for Company Hierarchy

• Message number: 006

• Message text: Standard hierarchy may not be changed

What causes this issue?

You have tried to change the standard hierarchy or parts of a standard
hierarchy. This is only allowed in the standard hierarchy itself but not
in alternative hierarchies or multi-dimension sets.
Deleting the standard hierarchy is only allowed if it does not yet
contain any individual values, that is, if the standard hierarchy is
empty.

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?

If you want to change the standard hierarchy, you have to use the
corresponding maintenance transaction of the respective application.
Only empty standard hierarchies can be deleted.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

FBICRC_COHIER006 - Details

• The SAP error message FBICRC_COHIER006 indicates that there is an attempt to change the standard hierarchy in a way that is not allowed. This error typically occurs in the context of the SAP Controlling (CO) module, particularly when dealing with cost centers, profit centers, or internal orders.
  
  Cause:
  
  Standard Hierarchy Lock: The standard hierarchy is locked for changes because it is being used in various transactions or reports. This can happen if the hierarchy is in use or if there are dependencies that prevent changes.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to make changes to the standard hierarchy.
  System Settings: Certain system settings or configurations may restrict changes to the standard hierarchy to maintain data integrity.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Usage: Ensure that the standard hierarchy is not being used in any ongoing transactions or reports. If it is, you may need to wait until those processes are completed.
  Review Authorizations: Verify that the user