How To Fix GK604 - No year specified for hierarchy &.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GK - Messages for SAP Consolidation

• Message number: 604

• Message text: No year specified for hierarchy &.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GK604 - No year specified for hierarchy &. ?

  The SAP error message GK604 ("No year specified for hierarchy &.") typically occurs in the context of SAP's CO (Controlling) module, particularly when dealing with hierarchies in Profit Center Accounting or other related areas. This error indicates that a required year parameter is missing for a specified hierarchy.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Year Parameter: The most common cause of this error is that the year for which the hierarchy is being referenced has not been specified in the selection criteria or configuration.
  Hierarchy Configuration: The hierarchy may not be properly configured or may not have been created for the specified year.
  Data Entry Error: There may be a mistake in the data entry where the year was not filled in or was incorrectly formatted.
  
  Solution:
  
  Specify the Year: Ensure that the year is specified in the selection criteria when you are trying to access or analyze the hierarchy. This can usually be done in the selection screen of the report or transaction you are using.
  Check Hierarchy Configuration: Go to the hierarchy configuration settings and verify that the hierarchy exists for the year you are trying to access. If it does not exist, you may need to create it.
  Review Transaction Settings: If you are using a specific transaction or report, check the settings to ensure that all required fields, including the year, are filled out correctly.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files for the specific transaction or report you are using to ensure that you are following the correct procedures.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Depending on the context, you may be using transaction codes like KSH1 (Create Profit Center Hierarchy), KSH2 (Change Profit Center Hierarchy), or KSH3 (Display Profit Center Hierarchy).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. Sometimes, there may be specific fixes or updates provided by SAP.
  User Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to access and modify the hierarchy settings.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the GK604 error and successfully work with the hierarchy in SAP.