KM150 - Standard hierarchy & for controlling area & has already been created

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 150

• Message text: Standard hierarchy & for controlling area & has already been created

What causes this issue?

You wish to change the standard hierarchy of controlling area &V2&.
Hierarchy &V1& has already been created in hierarchy maintenance,
although no profit centers were assigned to it.

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?

If you wish to use the new hierarchy &V3&, the original hierarchy &V1&
will be deleted be deleted automatically.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KM150 - Standard hierarchy & for controlling area & has already been created ?

  The SAP error message KM150 typically indicates that there is an issue with the standard hierarchy in the context of controlling (CO) areas. This error usually arises when you attempt to create or modify a standard hierarchy that already exists for a specific controlling area.
  Cause of Error KM150
  
  Existing Standard Hierarchy: The most common cause of this error is that a standard hierarchy for the specified controlling area has already been created. SAP does not allow the creation of multiple standard hierarchies for the same controlling area.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be a misconfiguration in the controlling area settings or in the hierarchy settings.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or modify the existing standard hierarchy.
  
  Solution
  To resolve the KM150 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Existing Hierarchies:
  
  Navigate to the relevant transaction (e.g., OKT2 for maintaining standard hierarchies) and check if a standard hierarchy already exists for the controlling area in question.
  If it exists, you may need to modify or delete the existing hierarchy instead of trying to create a new one.
  
  
  
  Modify Existing Hierarchy:
  
  If you need to make changes to the existing standard hierarchy, you can do so by selecting the existing hierarchy and making the necessary adjustments.
  
  
  
  Delete Existing Hierarchy:
  
  If the existing hierarchy is no longer needed, you can delete it (ensure that this action is in line with your organization's policies and that you have the necessary authorizations).
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that you have the appropriate authorizations to create or modify standard hierarchies. If not, contact your SAP security administrator to obtain the necessary permissions.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help files related to controlling area and standard hierarchies for additional guidance.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes:
  
  Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  
  Related Information
  
  
  Transaction Codes: Common transaction codes related to standard hierarchies include:
  
  OKT2: Maintain Standard Hierarchies
  OKT1: Create Standard Hierarchies
  OKT3: Display Standard Hierarchies
  
  
  
  Controlling Area: Ensure that you are working within the correct controlling area, as hierarchies are specific to each controlling area.
  
  
  SAP Help Portal: Utilize the SAP Help Portal for detailed information on controlling area configurations and standard hierarchy management.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the KM150 error and manage your standard hierarchies effectively.