How To Fix FINCS_DATA_MIGRATION036 - Client &1: No draft hierarchy versions exist. Activation stopped.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FINCS_DATA_MIGRATION -

• Message number: 036

• Message text: Client &1: No draft hierarchy versions exist. Activation stopped.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FINCS_DATA_MIGRATION036 - Client &1: No draft hierarchy versions exist. Activation stopped. ?

  The SAP error message FINCS_DATA_MIGRATION036 indicates that there are no draft hierarchy versions available for the specified client, which is preventing the activation process from proceeding. This error typically occurs during the data migration process in SAP Financials, particularly when working with the new General Ledger (G/L) or during the implementation of SAP S/4HANA.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Draft Hierarchy Versions: The primary cause of this error is that the system does not have any draft hierarchy versions created for the specified client. This can happen if the necessary configuration steps have not been completed or if the draft hierarchy has not been properly set up.
  Incorrect Client Configuration: The client you are working in may not have the required hierarchy versions configured or activated.
  Data Migration Process: If you are in the middle of a data migration process, it is possible that the necessary steps to create the draft hierarchy versions were skipped or not executed correctly.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Create Draft Hierarchy Versions:
  
  Navigate to the relevant transaction in SAP (e.g., transaction code OBH2 for creating hierarchy versions).
  Create the necessary draft hierarchy versions for the client in question.
  Ensure that the hierarchy versions are correctly defined and activated.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Review the configuration settings for the financial hierarchy in the SAP system.
  Ensure that all prerequisite steps for setting up the financial hierarchy have been completed.
  
  
  
  Run Migration Programs:
  
  If you are in the process of migrating data, ensure that you have executed all necessary migration programs that create the draft hierarchy versions.
  Check the migration documentation for any specific steps that may have been missed.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Look for relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message. SAP frequently releases notes that provide solutions or workarounds for known issues.
  
  
  
  Check Authorization:
  
  Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to create and manage hierarchy versions in the system.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as OBH1 (for defining the hierarchy) and OBH2 (for managing hierarchy versions).
  SAP Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for detailed steps on setting up financial hierarchies and data migration processes.
  Support: If the issue persists after following the above steps, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP team for further assistance.
  
  By addressing the absence of draft hierarchy versions and ensuring proper configuration, you should be able to resolve the error and proceed with the activation process.