How To Fix KN063 - Hierarchy ID &/& does not exist


SAP Error Message - Details

  • Message type: E = Error

  • Message class: KN - Reporting for Costing

  • Message number: 063

  • Message text: Hierarchy ID &/& does not exist

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  • What causes this issue?

    Single objects are put into a hierarchy through a hierarchy ID number.
    In this case, hierarchy ID &V2&/&V1& does not exist in the system.
    It was either not created for the orders or the projects, or was not
    generated for the cost object hierarchy.

    System Response

    The system cannot generate a hierarchy.

    How to fix this error?

    If you are working with orders, select a different hierarchy ID, or go
    into Customizing and create hierarchy ID &v1&.
    If you are working with projects, choose a difference hierarchy ID, or
    go into Customizing and create hierarchy ID &v1&.
    If you are working with cost objects, go into Customizing and generate
    the hierarchy ID for the cost object hierarchies.
    If you are working with general summarization hierarchies, select a
    different hierarchy ID or go into Customizing and create hierarchy ID
    &V1&.

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  • What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KN063 - Hierarchy ID &/& does not exist ?

    The SAP error message KN063, which states "Hierarchy ID &/& does not exist," typically occurs in the context of master data management, particularly when dealing with customer hierarchies in the SAP system. This error indicates that the system is unable to find the specified hierarchy ID that you are trying to access or use.

    Causes:

    1. Non-Existent Hierarchy ID: The hierarchy ID you are trying to reference does not exist in the system. This could be due to a typo or because the hierarchy has not been created.
    2. Inactive Hierarchy: The hierarchy ID may exist but is inactive or has been deleted.
    3. Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or access the hierarchy.
    4. Data Migration Issues: If data has been migrated from another system, there may be inconsistencies or missing data related to hierarchy IDs.

    Solutions:

    1. Check Hierarchy ID: Verify that the hierarchy ID you are using is correct. Check for any typographical errors.
    2. Create or Activate Hierarchy: If the hierarchy ID does not exist, you may need to create it. If it exists but is inactive, you may need to activate it.
      • You can create or manage hierarchies using transaction codes like VDH1 (Create Customer Hierarchy) or VDH2 (Change Customer Hierarchy).
    3. Authorization Check: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the hierarchy. You may need to consult with your SAP security team to verify this.
    4. Data Consistency Check: If the error occurred after a data migration, perform a consistency check to ensure that all necessary data has been migrated correctly.
    5. Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for more detailed information on managing customer hierarchies.

    Related Information:

    • Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes for managing customer hierarchies, such as VDH1, VDH2, and VDH3 (Display Customer Hierarchy).
    • SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
    • Support: If the issue persists, 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 KN063 error and ensure that the hierarchy ID is correctly set up in your SAP system.

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