How To Fix KU323 - Hierarchy & & not defined

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KU - Costing: Rollup

• Message number: 323

• Message text: Hierarchy & & not defined

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KU323 - Hierarchy & & not defined ?

  The SAP error message "KU323 Hierarchy & & not defined" typically occurs in the context of SAP Controlling (CO) when working with cost center hierarchies or other hierarchical structures. This error indicates that the system is unable to find a specified hierarchy or that the hierarchy is not defined correctly.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Hierarchy Definition: The specified hierarchy has not been created or activated in the system.
  Incorrect Hierarchy Name: The name of the hierarchy being referenced may be misspelled or incorrect.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the hierarchy.
  Hierarchy Version: The version of the hierarchy being referenced may not be active or may not exist.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues in the configuration settings related to the hierarchy.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Hierarchy Definition:
  
  Go to the relevant transaction (e.g., KSH1 for cost center hierarchy) and verify that the hierarchy exists and is correctly defined.
  Ensure that the hierarchy is active and that all nodes are properly configured.
  
  
  
  Verify Hierarchy Name:
  
  Double-check the name of the hierarchy being referenced in the transaction or report to ensure it is correct.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the hierarchy. This can be checked with the help of your SAP security team.
  
  
  
  Review Hierarchy Version:
  
  If applicable, check that the correct version of the hierarchy is being used and that it is active.
  
  
  
  Consult Configuration:
  
  If you have access, review the configuration settings in the SAP system to ensure that everything is set up correctly for the hierarchy.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes and Documentation:
  
  Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error. SAP Notes can provide additional insights or patches that may resolve the issue.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as KSH1 (Create Cost Center Hierarchy), KSH2 (Change Cost Center Hierarchy), and KSH3 (Display Cost Center Hierarchy).
  SAP Help Portal: Utilize the SAP Help Portal for documentation related to Controlling and hierarchy management.
  Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with SAP support for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the KU323 error in your SAP system.