How To Fix KEO221 - Standard hierarchy replaced by alternative hierarchy (&)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KEO - Enterprise Organization

• Message number: 221

• Message text: Standard hierarchy replaced by alternative hierarchy (&)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KEO221 - Standard hierarchy replaced by alternative hierarchy (&) ?

  The SAP error message KEO221 indicates that a standard hierarchy has been replaced by an alternative hierarchy in the context of controlling (CO) or profit center accounting. This typically occurs when you are trying to perform an operation that requires a standard hierarchy, but the system has determined that an alternative hierarchy is being used instead.
  Cause:
  
  Hierarchy Configuration: The standard hierarchy for a controlling area or profit center may have been replaced or overridden by an alternative hierarchy. This can happen due to configuration changes in the system.
  Master Data Issues: The master data for cost centers, profit centers, or internal orders may not be correctly assigned to the standard hierarchy.
  Transaction Context: The transaction you are trying to execute may not support the standard hierarchy, or the system is set to use an alternative hierarchy for the specific context.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Hierarchy Settings:
  
  Go to the configuration settings in SAP (transaction code SPRO) and navigate to the controlling area settings to verify the hierarchy settings.
  Ensure that the standard hierarchy is correctly defined and active.
  
  
  
  Review Master Data:
  
  Check the master data for the relevant cost centers, profit centers, or internal orders to ensure they are assigned to the correct standard hierarchy.
  Use transaction codes like KS03 (Display Cost Center) or KE53 (Display Profit Center) to review the assignments.
  
  
  
  Transaction Context:
  
  Review the transaction you are trying to execute to ensure it is compatible with the standard hierarchy.
  If necessary, adjust the transaction settings or parameters to use the appropriate hierarchy.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific details on the hierarchy settings and how they affect your transactions.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert to investigate further.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as KS01 (Create Cost Center), KS02 (Change Cost Center), KE51 (Create Profit Center), and KE52 (Change Profit Center) for managing hierarchies.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to hierarchy management in your version of SAP.
  Training and Documentation: Consider training sessions or documentation on controlling and hierarchy management in SAP to better understand the implications of hierarchy settings.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the KEO221 error and implement a solution to resolve it.