How To Fix KM024 - Standard hierarchy has not been defined in controlling area &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KM - Error messages for Profit Center Accounting

• Message number: 024

• Message text: Standard hierarchy has not been defined in controlling area &1

What causes this issue?

No standard hierarchy has been defined in Profit Center Accounting for
the current controlling area &V1&.

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?

First define a profit center standard hierarchy:
In Customizing for <LS>General Ledger Accounting (New)</>, you do this
under <LS>Master Data -> Profit Center -> Define Profit Center Standard
Hierarchy in Controlling Area</>.
In Customizing for classic <LS>Profit Center Accounting</>, you do this
under <LS>Controlling -> Profit Center Accounting -> Basic Settings ->
Controlling Area Settings -> <DS:SIMG.SIMG_CFMENUORK10KE5>Maintain
Controlling Area Settings.</></>

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KM024 - Standard hierarchy has not been defined in controlling area &1 ?

  The SAP error message KM024, which states "Standard hierarchy has not been defined in controlling area &1," typically occurs in the context of SAP Controlling (CO) when you attempt to perform an operation that requires a standard hierarchy to be defined for a specific controlling area.
  Cause:
  The error arises when:
  
  A standard hierarchy for the specified controlling area has not been created or activated.
  The system is trying to access a cost center or internal order that requires a standard hierarchy for reporting or planning purposes.
  The controlling area is not properly configured in the system.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the KM024 error, follow these steps:
  
  
  Define Standard Hierarchy:
  
  Go to the SAP Easy Access screen.
  Navigate to Controlling -> Cost Center Accounting -> Master Data -> Standard Hierarchy.
  Select the appropriate controlling area and create a standard hierarchy if it does not exist.
  Ensure that the hierarchy is properly structured and that all necessary nodes (cost centers, internal orders, etc.) are included.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the controlling area is correctly configured in the system.
  Go to Controlling -> General Settings -> Define Controlling Area and verify the settings.
  
  
  
  Activate Standard Hierarchy:
  
  If the standard hierarchy exists but is not activated, you may need to activate it.
  This can usually be done in the same area where you define the standard hierarchy.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to access and modify the standard hierarchy.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If you are unsure about the steps or the configuration, refer to the SAP documentation or consult with your SAP Basis or Controlling module expert.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  You can use transaction codes like OKA1 (Create Standard Hierarchy) and OKA2 (Change Standard Hierarchy) to manage standard hierarchies.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes:
  
  Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address specific issues or provide additional guidance related to standard hierarchies in your version of SAP.
  
  
  
  Training and Support:
  
  If you are new to SAP Controlling, consider training sessions or workshops to better understand the configuration and management of controlling areas and hierarchies.
  
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the KM024 error and ensure that your controlling area is properly set up with a standard hierarchy.