How To Fix /MOC/CONFIG104 - Hierarchy tree not needed for position origin &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /MOC/CONFIG -

• Message number: 104

• Message text: Hierarchy tree not needed for position origin &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /MOC/CONFIG104 - Hierarchy tree not needed for position origin &1 ?

  The SAP error message /MOC/CONFIG104 Hierarchy tree not needed for position origin &1 typically occurs in the context of SAP's Master Data Governance (MDG) or Organizational Management (OM) modules. This error indicates that the system is trying to access or manipulate a hierarchy tree for a position that does not require one, based on the configuration settings.
  Cause:
  
  Configuration Issue: The hierarchy tree is not configured for the specific position origin indicated by &1. This could be due to incorrect settings in the organizational structure or position management configuration.
  Position Type: The position type or origin may not be set up to utilize a hierarchy tree, leading to this error when the system attempts to access it.
  Data Integrity: There may be inconsistencies or missing data in the organizational structure that prevent the hierarchy from being established or recognized.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Navigate to the configuration settings for the organizational management or master data governance module.
  Verify that the position origin indicated by &1 is correctly configured to use a hierarchy tree if it is supposed to.
  Ensure that the hierarchy settings are correctly defined for the organizational units and positions.
  
  
  
  Review Position Type:
  
  Check the position type associated with the position origin. If it is not meant to have a hierarchy, ensure that the system is not trying to access a hierarchy for it.
  If necessary, adjust the position type or origin settings to align with the intended use of hierarchy trees.
  
  
  
  Data Validation:
  
  Perform a data consistency check to ensure that all required data for the organizational structure is present and correctly linked.
  Look for any missing or incorrect entries in the organizational management tables that could lead to this error.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on configuring hierarchy trees and position origins.
  If needed, consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in organizational management.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like PPOME (for organizational management) or OM (for organizational management configuration) to review and adjust settings.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Support Community: Consider reaching out to the SAP Community or forums for insights from other users who may have encountered and resolved similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement the necessary changes to resolve it.