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


KY042 - Overview

  • 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.

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  • 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.


KY042 - Details

  • 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

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