How To Fix KX181 - Hierarchy does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KX - EC-EIS/EC-BP: Data basis, data collection

• Message number: 181

• Message text: Hierarchy does not exist

What causes this issue?

You tried to access an external hierarchy which has not yet been
created.

System Response

Access was refused.

How to fix this error?

Choose an existing external hierarchy or create a new external
hierarchy.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KX181 - Hierarchy does not exist ?

  The SAP error message KX181, which states "Hierarchy does not exist," typically occurs in the context of SAP Controlling (CO) when you are trying to access or use a cost center hierarchy or a profit center hierarchy that has not been defined or is not available in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Hierarchy: The specified hierarchy has not been created in the system.
  Incorrect Hierarchy Name: The name of the hierarchy you are trying to access may be misspelled or incorrect.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the hierarchy.
  Inactive Hierarchy: The hierarchy may exist but is not active or has been marked for deletion.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues in the configuration settings related to the hierarchy.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Hierarchy Existence:
  
  Go to the relevant transaction (e.g., KSH1 for cost center hierarchy or KSH2 for profit center hierarchy) and verify if the hierarchy exists.
  If it does not exist, you will need to create it.
  
  
  
  Verify Hierarchy Name:
  
  Ensure that you are using the correct name for the hierarchy. Check for any typos or discrepancies.
  
  
  
  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.
  
  
  
  Activate Hierarchy:
  
  If the hierarchy exists but is inactive, you may need to activate it. This can usually be done in the hierarchy maintenance transaction.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration settings in the SAP system to ensure that everything is set up correctly for the hierarchy you are trying to use.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help files for additional guidance on managing hierarchies in your specific version of SAP.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  KSH1: Create Cost Center Hierarchy
  KSH2: Change Cost Center Hierarchy
  KSH3: Display Cost Center Hierarchy
  KSH4: Hierarchy Overview
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  
  
  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 the cause of the KX181 error and implement the appropriate solution.