How To Fix GK027 - Item &1 not contained in the item hierarchies of &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GK - Messages for SAP Consolidation

• Message number: 027

• Message text: Item &1 not contained in the item hierarchies of &2

What causes this issue?

The FS item concerned is not contained in the item hierarchy of the
current consolidation chart of accounts.

System Response

Information for the user

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GK027 - Item &1 not contained in the item hierarchies of &2 ?

  The SAP error message GK027, which states "Item &1 not contained in the item hierarchies of &2," typically occurs in the context of SAP Controlling (CO) when dealing with cost planning or budgeting. This error indicates that the specified item (represented by &1) is not found in the defined item hierarchies for the specified hierarchy (represented by &2).
  Cause:
  
  Missing Hierarchy Assignment: The item you are trying to use is not assigned to the relevant item hierarchy. This can happen if the item was not included during the setup of the hierarchy.
  Incorrect Item or Hierarchy: The item or hierarchy you are referencing may be incorrect or misspelled.
  Hierarchy Not Activated: The item hierarchy may not be activated or may not be available for the current planning version or fiscal year.
  Data Consistency Issues: There may be inconsistencies in the master data or configuration that prevent the item from being recognized in the hierarchy.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Item Hierarchy Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code for maintaining item hierarchies (e.g., KAH1 for creating or KAH2 for changing).
  Verify that the item &1 is included in the hierarchy &2. If it is not, you will need to add it.
  
  
  
  Verify Item and Hierarchy:
  
  Double-check the item number and hierarchy name for any typos or errors.
  Ensure that you are using the correct version of the hierarchy that corresponds to your planning or budgeting scenario.
  
  
  
  Activate Hierarchy:
  
  If the hierarchy is not activated, you may need to activate it in the relevant configuration settings.
  
  
  
  Check Planning Version:
  
  Ensure that you are working with the correct planning version and that the item hierarchy is available for that version.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources for additional context on item hierarchies and their configuration.
  
  
  
  Data Consistency Check:
  
  Run consistency checks on your master data to ensure that there are no discrepancies that could be causing the issue.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as KAH1 (Create Item Hierarchy), KAH2 (Change Item Hierarchy), and KAH3 (Display Item Hierarchy).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  User Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to view and modify item hierarchies.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in SAP Controlling.