How To Fix OH069 - Group & may not be inserted in the standard hierarchy

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: OH - Messages Group Maintenance

• Message number: 069

• Message text: Group & may not be inserted in the standard hierarchy

What causes this issue?

You want to use group &V1& in the standard hierarchy.
The following restrictions are valid for groups in the standard
hierarchy:
The group name may not be longer than 10 characters
The group name may not contain a period "."
<DS:TX.SET_DYNAMIC>Selection variants</> (beginning with a period ".")
are not allowed in the standard hierarchy.

System Response

The function cannot be executed.

How to fix this error?

Change your entries.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message OH069 - Group & may not be inserted in the standard hierarchy ?

  The SAP error message OH069 ("Group & may not be inserted in the standard hierarchy") typically occurs when you are trying to insert a group (such as a cost center, profit center, or internal order) into a standard hierarchy where it is not allowed. This can happen for several reasons:
  Causes:
  
  Hierarchy Restrictions: The group you are trying to insert may not be allowed in the standard hierarchy due to configuration settings or restrictions in the system.
  Incorrect Group Type: The group type you are trying to insert may not be compatible with the standard hierarchy.
  Missing Authorizations: You may not have the necessary authorizations to make changes to the standard hierarchy.
  Hierarchy Structure: The structure of the hierarchy may not allow for the insertion of new groups at the specified level.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Group Type: Ensure that the group you are trying to insert is of the correct type and is allowed in the standard hierarchy.
  Review Hierarchy Configuration: Check the configuration of the standard hierarchy in the relevant module (e.g., controlling, profit center accounting) to ensure that the group can be inserted.
  Authorization Check: Verify that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to the standard hierarchy. You may need to contact your SAP security administrator.
  Use Alternative Hierarchy: If the group cannot be inserted into the standard hierarchy, consider using an alternative hierarchy or creating a new hierarchy where the group can be included.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidelines on managing hierarchies in your version of SAP.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like KSH1 (Create Cost Center), KSH2 (Change Cost Center), or KSH3 (Display Cost Center) to manage cost centers and their hierarchies.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP support team for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.