How To Fix FMHIE060 - Hierarchy is not active

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FMHIE - Budget Hierarchies

• Message number: 060

• Message text: Hierarchy is not active

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FMHIE060 - Hierarchy is not active ?

  The SAP error message FMHIE060, which states "Hierarchy is not active," typically occurs in the context of using hierarchical data structures in SAP, particularly in the area of Funds Management (FM) or Controlling (CO). This error indicates that the hierarchy you are trying to use is not currently active, which means that it cannot be utilized for reporting or transactions.
  Cause:
  
  Inactive Hierarchy: The hierarchy you are trying to access has not been activated in the system.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings that prevent the hierarchy from being activated.
  Missing Authorizations: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access or activate the hierarchy.
  Data Issues: There may be inconsistencies or missing data in the hierarchy structure.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Activate the Hierarchy:
  
  Go to the relevant transaction in SAP (e.g., transaction code FMHIER for Funds Management).
  Check the status of the hierarchy and activate it if it is not active.
  Ensure that all necessary nodes and levels in the hierarchy are correctly defined and activated.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Review the configuration settings related to the hierarchy in the customizing settings (transaction code SPRO).
  Ensure that the hierarchy is properly defined and linked to the relevant organizational units.
  
  
  
  User Authorizations:
  
  Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to access and activate the hierarchy.
  If needed, consult with your SAP security team to ensure that the user roles are correctly assigned.
  
  
  
  Data Consistency:
  
  Check for any inconsistencies in the hierarchy data. This may involve reviewing the hierarchy structure for missing nodes or incorrect relationships.
  If necessary, correct any data issues that may be causing the hierarchy to be inactive.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on managing hierarchies in your version of SAP.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as FMHIER for managing hierarchies in Funds Management or KAH1 for creating cost center hierarchies in Controlling.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to hierarchy management that may address this error.
  Support: If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP support team for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the FMHIE060 error and successfully activate the hierarchy in your SAP system.