How To Fix KM160 - Standard hierarchy & for COAr & already contains profit center(s)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 160

• Message text: Standard hierarchy & for COAr & already contains profit center(s)

What causes this issue?

You wish to change the standard hierarchy of a controlling area,
however, profit centers have already been assigned to the hierarchy.
For this reason, you may not change the standard hierarchy for this
controlling area.

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?

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KM160 - Standard hierarchy & for COAr & already contains profit center(s) ?

  The SAP error message KM160 typically occurs in the context of controlling (CO) when you are trying to assign a profit center to a standard hierarchy that already contains profit centers. This error indicates that the standard hierarchy you are trying to modify or use is not compatible with the current configuration because it already has existing profit centers.
  Cause:
  
  Existing Profit Centers: The standard hierarchy you are trying to work with already contains one or more profit centers. SAP does not allow the addition of new profit centers to a hierarchy that already has existing entries.
  Hierarchy Structure: The structure of the standard hierarchy may not allow for the addition of new profit centers due to its configuration.
  Data Integrity: SAP enforces data integrity rules to ensure that the hierarchy remains consistent and valid.
  
  Solution:
  
  Review the Standard Hierarchy: Check the existing profit centers in the standard hierarchy. You can do this by navigating to the relevant transaction (e.g., KSH1 for creating a standard hierarchy or KSH2 for changing it) and reviewing the current structure.
  Create a New Hierarchy: If you need to add new profit centers, consider creating a new standard hierarchy that does not have any existing profit centers. This can be done using the transaction KSH1.
  Remove Existing Profit Centers: If it is appropriate for your business process, you may consider removing existing profit centers from the hierarchy. However, this should be done with caution, as it may affect reporting and other processes.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files for more detailed instructions on managing standard hierarchies and profit centers.
  Check Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to the standard hierarchy.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as KSH1 (Create Standard Hierarchy), KSH2 (Change Standard Hierarchy), and KSH3 (Display Standard Hierarchy).
  Profit Center Accounting: Understand the implications of profit center accounting and how it interacts with other modules in SAP.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues or provide additional guidance related to this error message.
  Consult with SAP Support: If the issue persists or if you are unsure about the changes, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP team for assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the KM160 error and manage your standard hierarchy and profit centers effectively.