How To Fix H1702 - Gaps in acct assignment defined for root object of org. structure

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: H1 - Messages Used in HR Funds and Position Management

• Message number: 702

• Message text: Gaps in acct assignment defined for root object of org. structure

What causes this issue?

There are gaps in the account assignment details defined for object
&v1&.
You have activated integration between Funds Management and HR Funds
and Position Management for at least one FM area. This means that a
company code must be defined at all times for the root objects of all
organizational structures. The FM area of an organizational structure
is derived from this company code. This FM area, in turn, determines
whether or not persons belonging to the organizational structure in
question are affected by integration.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Define account assignment details for object &v1& (infotype 1008).

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message H1702 - Gaps in acct assignment defined for root object of org. structure ?

  The SAP error message H1702, which states "Gaps in account assignment defined for root object of org. structure," typically occurs in the context of SAP Controlling (CO) or Financial Accounting (FI) when there are inconsistencies or gaps in the account assignment settings for a particular organizational structure.
  Cause:
  
  
  Missing Account Assignments: The error usually indicates that there are missing account assignments for certain organizational units or root objects in the configuration. This can happen if the account assignment is not properly defined for a specific cost center, internal order, or other organizational units.
  
  
  Configuration Issues: It may also arise from incorrect or incomplete configuration in the controlling area or organizational structure settings.
  
  
  Data Inconsistencies: If there are inconsistencies in the master data or if the data has not been maintained correctly, this error can occur.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Account Assignments: Review the account assignments for the relevant organizational units. Ensure that all necessary account assignments are defined and that there are no gaps.
  
  
  Maintain Missing Data: If you identify any missing account assignments, you will need to create or update them in the relevant configuration settings. This can typically be done in the following areas:
  
  Cost Center Accounting: Check the cost center master data and ensure that the account assignments are correctly defined.
  Internal Orders: If the error is related to internal orders, verify that the account assignments for those orders are complete.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration Settings: Go through the configuration settings in the SAP system to ensure that the organizational structure is set up correctly. This may involve checking the following:
  
  Controlling area settings
  Cost center hierarchy
  Profit center assignments
  
  
  
  Use Transaction Codes: You can use transaction codes like OKB9 (for cost center account assignment) or KOB1 (for internal order account assignment) to review and maintain the necessary settings.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: If you are unsure about the specific settings, refer to SAP documentation or consult with your SAP support team for guidance on how to properly configure account assignments.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions for common problems.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes for managing account assignments and organizational structures, such as KS01 (Create Cost Center), KSO1 (Create Internal Order), and OKA1 (Create Activity Type).
  Testing: After making changes, perform testing to ensure that the error is resolved and that the account assignments are functioning as expected.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue causing the H1702 error in your SAP system.