How To Fix FRE324 - Customizing for Hierarchy Types not Maintained. Processing Aborted.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FRE - F&R CON R/3 - Messages

• Message number: 324

• Message text: Customizing for Hierarchy Types not Maintained. Processing Aborted.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FRE324 - Customizing for Hierarchy Types not Maintained. Processing Aborted. ?

  The SAP error message FRE324, which states "Customizing for Hierarchy Types not Maintained. Processing Aborted," typically occurs in the context of SAP's Flexible Real Estate Management (FRE) module. This error indicates that the system is unable to process a request because the necessary customizing settings for hierarchy types have not been properly maintained.
  Cause:
  The error is usually caused by one of the following reasons:
  
  Missing Customizing Entries: The hierarchy types required for the operation you are trying to perform have not been defined in the system.
  Incorrect Configuration: The hierarchy types may be incorrectly configured or not activated.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access or modify the hierarchy types.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the FRE324 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Customizing Settings:
  
  Go to the SAP Customizing Implementation Guide (IMG) by using transaction code SPRO.
  Navigate to the relevant section for Flexible Real Estate Management.
  Look for the settings related to hierarchy types and ensure that they are properly maintained. This may include defining new hierarchy types or adjusting existing ones.
  
  
  
  Maintain Hierarchy Types:
  
  If hierarchy types are missing, you may need to create them. This can typically be done in the IMG under the section for defining hierarchy types.
  Ensure that all required fields are filled out correctly.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Check if the hierarchy types are activated and correctly linked to the relevant objects in your system.
  Ensure that the hierarchy types are assigned to the appropriate organizational units or business processes.
  
  
  
  User Authorizations:
  
  Verify that the user encountering the error has the necessary authorizations to access and modify hierarchy types.
  If needed, consult with your SAP security team to ensure that the user roles are correctly assigned.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the process again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SPRO for customizing, SE11 for data dictionary, and SE80 for object navigator.
  SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  Documentation: Review the official SAP documentation for Flexible Real Estate Management to understand the hierarchy types and their configurations better.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with an SAP functional consultant who specializes in the FRE module for further assistance.