How To Fix KT156 - No standard hierarchy exists for controlling area &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KT - RK Message Table Maintenance

• Message number: 156

• Message text: No standard hierarchy exists for controlling area &

What causes this issue?

You attempted to branch to change/display of the
<GL:standard_hierarchy>standard hierarchy</> although no standard
hierarchy exists.

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?

Create a standard hierarchy for controlling area &V1& (basic data,
area) and save it after returning to the controlling area list screen.
You can then branch to the standard hierarchy created.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KT156 - No standard hierarchy exists for controlling area & ?

  The SAP error message KT156 "No standard hierarchy exists for controlling area &" typically occurs when you are trying to perform a transaction that requires a standard hierarchy in the controlling area, but none has been defined. This is common in the context of cost center accounting or internal orders.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Standard Hierarchy: The primary cause of this error is that there is no standard hierarchy defined for the specified controlling area in the system.
  Incorrect Configuration: The controlling area may not be properly configured, or the standard hierarchy may have been deleted or not created.
  Transaction Context: The transaction you are trying to execute requires a standard hierarchy to be present, such as when you are trying to assign cost centers or internal orders.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to create or check the standard hierarchy for the controlling area. Here are the steps to do this:
  
  Access the SAP GUI: Log in to your SAP system.
  Navigate to the Controlling Area:
  
  Use transaction code OKA1 to create a standard hierarchy.
  Alternatively, you can use transaction code OKP1 to maintain the standard hierarchy.
  
  
  Create/Check Standard Hierarchy:
  
  If a standard hierarchy does not exist, you will need to create one. 
  If it exists, ensure that it is correctly set up and that the necessary nodes (like cost centers) are included.
  
  
  Assign Cost Centers: If you are working with cost centers, ensure that they are assigned to the correct hierarchy nodes.
  Save Changes: After making the necessary changes, save your configuration.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  OKA1: Create Standard Hierarchy
  OKP1: Maintain Standard Hierarchy
  KS01: Create Cost Center
  KSH1: Create Cost Center Hierarchy
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed steps on managing controlling areas and hierarchies.
  Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to create or modify hierarchies in the controlling area.
  
  Additional Tips:
  
  If you are unsure about the configuration, consult with your SAP FI/CO consultant or system administrator.
  Always back up your configuration before making changes to avoid any unintended consequences.
  After making changes, test the transaction again to ensure that the error is resolved.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the KT156 error and successfully work with the controlling area in SAP.