How To Fix OH043 - No standard hierarchy has been created for CO area &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: OH - Messages Group Maintenance

• Message number: 043

• Message text: No standard hierarchy has been created for CO area &

What causes this issue?

In controlling area &V1, the <GL:standard_hierarchy>standard
hierarchy</> has not yet been created.

System Response

The system cannot continue processing.

How to fix this error?

Create the standard hierarchy for the basic data of the controlling
area.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message OH043 - No standard hierarchy has been created for CO area & ?

  The SAP error message OH043 indicates that there is no standard hierarchy created for the specified Controlling (CO) area. This error typically arises when you attempt to perform operations related to cost center accounting, profit center accounting, or other CO-related functionalities without having a standard hierarchy defined for the CO area in question.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Standard Hierarchy: The primary cause of this error is that the standard hierarchy for the specified CO area has not been created or activated.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues in the configuration settings of the Controlling module, particularly in the area of organizational structures.
  Incorrect CO Area: The CO area specified in the transaction may not be correctly set up or may not exist.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the OH043 error, you need to create or activate the standard hierarchy for the specified CO area. Here are the steps to do this:
  
  
  Access the SAP Easy Access Menu:
  
  Navigate to the transaction code SPRO to access the SAP Reference IMG (Implementation Guide).
  
  
  
  Navigate to Controlling Settings:
  
  Follow the path: Controlling -> Cost Center Accounting -> Master Data -> Standard Hierarchy -> Maintain Standard Hierarchy.
  
  
  
  Create Standard Hierarchy:
  
  If a standard hierarchy does not exist for the CO area, you will need to create one. Click on the option to create a new hierarchy.
  Enter the relevant details, including the CO area and the hierarchy structure.
  
  
  
  Activate the Hierarchy:
  
  Ensure that the hierarchy is activated after creation. This is crucial for it to be recognized by the system.
  
  
  
  Check CO Area Configuration:
  
  Verify that the CO area is correctly configured and that all necessary settings are in place.
  
  
  
  Test the Configuration:
  
  After creating and activating the standard hierarchy, test the transaction that previously generated the error to ensure that it is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as OKA0 (for maintaining the standard hierarchy) and OKB9 (for CO area settings).
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files for detailed guidance on setting up and managing standard hierarchies in the Controlling module.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to create and modify standard hierarchies in the system.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or CO module consultant for further assistance.