How To Fix KT121 - No following organizational unit exists

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KT - RK Message Table Maintenance

• Message number: 121

• Message text: No following organizational unit exists

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KT121 - No following organizational unit exists ?

  The SAP error message KT121 ("No following organizational unit exists") typically occurs in the context of cost center accounting or internal order management when the system cannot find a specified organizational unit, such as a cost center, internal order, or profit center. This can happen for various reasons, including configuration issues, data inconsistencies, or incorrect entries.
  Causes of KT121 Error
  
  
  Non-Existent Organizational Unit: The organizational unit you are trying to reference (e.g., cost center, internal order) does not exist in the system.
  
  
  Incorrect Master Data: The master data for the organizational unit may not be properly maintained or may have been deleted.
  
  
  Invalid Period: The organizational unit may not be valid for the period you are trying to post to. For example, if the cost center is not active in the fiscal year or period you are working in.
  
  
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the organizational unit.
  
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the controlling area or the organizational structure.
  
  
  Solutions to KT121 Error
  
  
  Check Organizational Unit: Verify that the organizational unit you are trying to use exists in the system. You can do this by navigating to the relevant transaction (e.g., KS03 for cost centers) and checking if the unit is active.
  
  
  Review Master Data: Ensure that the master data for the organizational unit is correctly maintained. If it has been deleted or is inactive, you may need to create or reactivate it.
  
  
  Check Validity Period: Confirm that the organizational unit is valid for the period you are trying to post to. You can check the validity dates in the master data.
  
  
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the organizational unit. You may need to consult with your SAP security team.
  
  
  Configuration Review: If the issue persists, review the configuration settings for the controlling area and organizational structure. Ensure that everything is set up correctly.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for additional guidance on the specific organizational unit you are working with.
  
  
  Related Information
  
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as KS01 (Create Cost Center), KS02 (Change Cost Center), KS03 (Display Cost Center), and KO01 (Create Internal Order) to manage organizational units.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions to common problems.
  
  
  Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the KT121 error and implement the appropriate solution.