How To Fix KZ174 - Material/plant/version &/&/& not assigned to any hierarchy

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 174

• Message text: Material/plant/version &/&/& not assigned to any hierarchy

What causes this issue?

The combination material/plant/version &V1&/&V2&/&V3& is not assigned
to any cost object hierarchy.

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?

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KZ174 - Material/plant/version &/&/& not assigned to any hierarchy ?

  The SAP error message KZ174 indicates that a specific material, plant, and version combination is not assigned to any hierarchy in the context of Profitability Analysis (CO-PA) or similar modules. This error typically arises when you are trying to execute a report or transaction that requires the material to be part of a defined hierarchy for analysis purposes.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Hierarchy Assignment: The material/plant/version combination has not been assigned to any profitability segment or hierarchy in the system.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues in the configuration of the Profitability Analysis settings, where the hierarchy is not properly defined or activated.
  Data Inconsistencies: The data in the system may be inconsistent, leading to the material not being recognized as part of any hierarchy.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Hierarchy Assignment:
  
  Go to the relevant configuration settings in SAP (Transaction code: KAH1 for creating a hierarchy or KAH2 for changing it).
  Ensure that the material/plant/version is assigned to the correct hierarchy.
  
  
  
  Create or Update Hierarchy:
  
  If the hierarchy does not exist, you may need to create it.
  If it exists but the material is not assigned, you can add the material to the hierarchy.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration settings for Profitability Analysis (Transaction code: OKB9 for CO-PA settings).
  Ensure that the settings for the material valuation and assignment to the hierarchy are correctly configured.
  
  
  
  Data Consistency Check:
  
  Run data consistency checks to ensure that there are no discrepancies in the master data related to the material, plant, and version.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific details on how to manage hierarchies in your version of SAP.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  KAH1: Create Hierarchy
  KAH2: Change Hierarchy
  KAH3: Display Hierarchy
  OKB9: CO-PA Configuration
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to hierarchies and configurations.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in CO-PA for further assistance.