How To Fix FCOM_MASTERDATA027 - Standard hierarchy cannot include a group containing an inactive group

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FCOM_MASTERDATA - Message class CO Master Data renovation

• Message number: 027

• Message text: Standard hierarchy cannot include a group containing an inactive group

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FCOM_MASTERDATA027 - Standard hierarchy cannot include a group containing an inactive group ?

  The SAP error message FCOM_MASTERDATA027 indicates that there is an issue with the standard hierarchy in the context of Financial Accounting (FI) or Controlling (CO) modules. Specifically, this error occurs when you attempt to include a group in the standard hierarchy that contains an inactive group. 
  Cause:
  
  Inactive Group: The primary cause of this error is that the group you are trying to include in the standard hierarchy is marked as inactive. Inactive groups cannot be part of the standard hierarchy because they do not contribute to the overall structure or reporting.
  Hierarchy Structure: The standard hierarchy is designed to maintain a clear and active structure for reporting and analysis. Including inactive groups would lead to inconsistencies and confusion in financial reporting.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Group Status:
  
  Navigate to the group in question and check its status. You can do this by going to the relevant transaction (e.g., KSH1 for creating a group or KSH2 for changing a group).
  Ensure that the group you are trying to include is active. If it is inactive, you will need to activate it.
  
  
  
  Activate the Group:
  
  If the group is indeed inactive and you need it to be part of the standard hierarchy, you can activate it. This is typically done in the same transaction where you checked the status.
  Change the status of the group from inactive to active.
  
  
  
  Review Hierarchy Structure:
  
  After activating the group, review the entire hierarchy structure to ensure that all groups included are active and correctly structured.
  Make any necessary adjustments to the hierarchy to maintain its integrity.
  
  
  
  Re-attempt the Operation:
  
  Once the inactive group has been activated, re-attempt the operation that triggered the error message.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as:
  
  KSH1 - Create Group
  KSH2 - Change Group
  KSH3 - Display Group
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files for more detailed information on managing groups and hierarchies in the FI/CO modules.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to group statuses and hierarchy structures.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message FCOM_MASTERDATA027 and successfully manage your standard hierarchy in SAP.