How To Fix KZ055 - Cost object & was marked as top node of hierarchy (*)

KZ055 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KZ - Cost Object Repetitive Mfg / Process Mfg

• Message number: 055

• Message text: Cost object & was marked as top node of hierarchy (*)

What causes this issue?

Cost object ID &v1& was defined as the highest level in a cost
object hierarchy when '*' was entered in the "Higher-level cost object"
field.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

KZ055 - Details

• The SAP error message KZ055 indicates that a cost object has been marked as the top node of a hierarchy, which typically means that the system is expecting a certain structure or configuration for cost objects in the context of controlling (CO) or project systems (PS). This error can arise in various scenarios, such as when trying to assign costs or when performing certain transactions related to cost objects.
  
  Cause:
  
  Hierarchy Configuration: The cost object is set as a top node in a hierarchy, which may not be appropriate for the operation you are trying to perform.
  Incorrect Assignment: The cost object may be incorrectly assigned or configured in the system, leading to conflicts with the expected hierarchy structure.
  Missing Dependencies: There may be missing dependencies or relationships that are required for the cost object to function correctly within the hierarchy.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Hierarchy Settings: Review the hierarchy settings for the cost object in question. Ensure