How To Fix FINCS_USEL021 - Hierarchy ID &1 does not exist.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FINCS_USEL - Message Class of Unified Selection

• Message number: 021

• Message text: Hierarchy ID &1 does not exist.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FINCS_USEL021 - Hierarchy ID &1 does not exist. ?

  The SAP error message FINCS_USEL021 indicates that a specified Hierarchy ID does not exist in the system. This error typically occurs in the context of financial accounting or controlling modules where hierarchical structures are used for reporting or data organization.
  Cause:
  
  Non-Existent Hierarchy ID: The Hierarchy ID you are trying to use has not been created or has been deleted from the system.
  Incorrect Input: There may be a typo or incorrect entry in the Hierarchy ID field.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the specified Hierarchy ID.
  Configuration Issues: The hierarchy may not have been properly configured in the system.
  
  Solution:
  
  Verify Hierarchy ID: Check the Hierarchy ID you are using for any typographical errors. Ensure that it is entered correctly.
  Check Existence: Use transaction codes like OBH1 (for Hierarchy Management) or KAH1 (for Cost Center Hierarchy) to verify if the Hierarchy ID exists in the system.
  Create Hierarchy: If the Hierarchy ID does not exist, you may need to create it using the appropriate transaction code (e.g., KAH1 for cost center hierarchy).
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the hierarchy. You may need to consult with your SAP security team to verify this.
  Consult Documentation: Review any relevant documentation or configuration guides to ensure that the hierarchy is set up correctly.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes for managing hierarchies, such as:
  
  KAH1: Create Cost Center Hierarchy
  KAH2: Change Cost Center Hierarchy
  KAH3: Display Cost Center Hierarchy
  OBH1: Hierarchy Management
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting the SAP Community for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the FINCS_USEL021 error and ensure that the Hierarchy ID is correctly set up in your SAP system.