How To Fix OM_ESA017 - No Organizational Units found that are reporting to manager &1.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: OM_ESA - Error Messages for OM ESA Services

• Message number: 017

• Message text: No Organizational Units found that are reporting to manager &1.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message OM_ESA017 - No Organizational Units found that are reporting to manager &1. ?

  The SAP error message OM_ESA017 indicates that there are no organizational units found that report to the specified manager (indicated by &1). This error typically occurs in the context of organizational management or when trying to view or manage reporting structures in SAP.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Manager ID: The manager ID specified may not be valid or may not exist in the system.
  No Subordinate Organizational Units: The manager may not have any subordinate organizational units assigned to them in the organizational structure.
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies or missing data in the organizational management (OM) data.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to view the organizational units under the specified manager.
  
  Solution:
  
  Verify Manager ID: Check if the manager ID (&1) is correct and exists in the system. You can do this by searching for the manager in the organizational management area.
  Check Organizational Structure: Review the organizational structure to ensure that the manager has subordinate units. You can do this by navigating to the relevant organizational management transaction (e.g., PPOME or PPOSE) and checking the reporting structure.
  Data Consistency Check: Run consistency checks on the organizational management data to identify any issues. This can be done using transaction code PP01 or PPOME to review and correct any inconsistencies.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to view the organizational units. This may involve checking user roles and authorizations in the SAP system.
  Consult with HR or OM Administrator: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consult with your HR or Organizational Management administrator for further assistance. They may have access to additional tools or reports to diagnose the problem.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as PPOME (Change Organizational Structure), PPOSE (Display Organizational Structure), and PP01 (Maintain Object).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. You can search the SAP Support Portal for relevant notes.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to Organizational Management for best practices in maintaining the organizational structure.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution.