How To Fix /ISDFPS/ACCMSG021 - Operation possible only in status 'Active' (CO hierarchy generation)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /ISDFPS/ACCMSG -

• Message number: 021

• Message text: Operation possible only in status 'Active' (CO hierarchy generation)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /ISDFPS/ACCMSG021 - Operation possible only in status 'Active' (CO hierarchy generation) ?

  The SAP error message /ISDFPS/ACCMSG021 Operation possible only in status 'Active' typically occurs in the context of SAP's Integrated Business Planning (IBP) or SAP S/4HANA when dealing with CO (Controlling) hierarchy generation. This error indicates that the operation you are trying to perform is only allowed when the relevant hierarchy is in the 'Active' status.
  Cause:
  
  Hierarchy Status: The most common cause of this error is that the CO hierarchy you are trying to work with is not in the 'Active' status. Hierarchies can have different statuses such as 'Inactive', 'In Development', etc., and operations like generation or modification are restricted to those that are 'Active'.
  Data Consistency: There may be inconsistencies in the data or configuration that prevent the hierarchy from being activated.
  User Permissions: The user may not have the necessary permissions to perform operations on the hierarchy.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Hierarchy Status:
  
  Navigate to the relevant transaction or application where you manage CO hierarchies (e.g., transaction code KSH1 for creating a hierarchy).
  Verify the status of the hierarchy you are trying to work with. If it is not 'Active', you will need to activate it.
  
  
  
  Activate the Hierarchy:
  
  If the hierarchy is in a different status, you can change it to 'Active' by following the appropriate steps in your SAP system. This usually involves selecting the hierarchy and choosing the option to activate it.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Ensure that all necessary configurations and settings are correctly set up for the hierarchy. This may include checking for any missing nodes or attributes that need to be defined.
  
  
  
  Check User Permissions:
  
  Ensure that your user role has the necessary permissions to perform operations on the CO hierarchy. You may need to consult with your SAP security team to verify and adjust your permissions if necessary.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific instructions related to your version of SAP and the context in which you are working.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as KSH1, KSH2, and KSH3 for managing CO hierarchies.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, 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 error and successfully perform the desired operation on the CO hierarchy.