How To Fix KY042 - In the controlling area &1 the hierarchy &2 is not available.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KY - Messages for SAP-EIS: Presentation

• Message number: 042

• Message text: In the controlling area &1 the hierarchy &2 is not available.

What causes this issue?

The hierarchy, which is to be entered with characteristic '&V3&', is
dependent on the controlling area. The hierachy '&V2&' is not available
in the controlling area '&V1&'.

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?

Enter a different value for the hierarchy with characteristic '&V3&' or
for the controlling area.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KY042 - In the controlling area &1 the hierarchy &2 is not available. ?

  The SAP error message KY042 indicates that a specific hierarchy is not available in the specified controlling area. This error typically occurs in the context of 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 active in the specified controlling area.
  Cause:
  
  Hierarchy Not Defined: The hierarchy you are trying to access has not been created for the specified controlling area.
  Hierarchy Not Active: The hierarchy exists but is not active or has been deactivated.
  Incorrect Controlling Area: The controlling area specified in the transaction does not match the one where the hierarchy is defined.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the hierarchy.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Hierarchy Definition:
  
  Go to the transaction code OKD1 (for cost center hierarchy) or OKD2 (for profit center hierarchy) to check if the hierarchy exists for the specified controlling area.
  If it does not exist, you will need to create it.
  
  
  
  Activate Hierarchy:
  
  If the hierarchy exists but is not active, you can activate it using the same transaction codes mentioned above.
  
  
  
  Verify Controlling Area:
  
  Ensure that you are using the correct controlling area in your transaction. You can check the controlling area settings in the configuration.
  
  
  
  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.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If you are unsure about the hierarchy setup, refer to the SAP documentation or consult with your SAP functional consultant for guidance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  OKD1: Create Cost Center Hierarchy
  OKD2: Change Cost Center Hierarchy
  OKD3: Display Cost Center Hierarchy
  OKD4: Create Profit Center Hierarchy
  OKD5: Change Profit Center Hierarchy
  OKD6: Display Profit Center Hierarchy
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or additional guidance related to this error message.
  
  
  SAP Community: You can also search for discussions or solutions in the SAP Community forums, where other users may have encountered similar issues.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the KY042 error and ensure that the required hierarchy is available for use in the specified controlling area.