How To Fix /PRA/RESPONSIBILITY100 - The Hierarchy & is assigned to a Functional Area, Unassign it and delete.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PRA/RESPONSIBILITY -

• Message number: 100

• Message text: The Hierarchy & is assigned to a Functional Area, Unassign it and delete.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PRA/RESPONSIBILITY100 - The Hierarchy & is assigned to a Functional Area, Unassign it and delete. ?

  The SAP error message /PRA/RESPONSIBILITY100 indicates that a hierarchy is currently assigned to a functional area, and in order to delete the hierarchy, it must first be unassigned from that functional area. This is a common issue when managing hierarchies in SAP, particularly in the context of Profitability Analysis (CO-PA) or similar modules.
  Cause:
  The error occurs because:
  
  A hierarchy (e.g., a cost center hierarchy, profit center hierarchy, etc.) is linked to a functional area.
  SAP requires that all associations be removed before a hierarchy can be deleted to maintain data integrity.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, follow these steps:
  
  
  Identify the Hierarchy: Determine which hierarchy is causing the issue. You can usually find this information in the error message or by checking the relevant configuration settings.
  
  
  Unassign the Hierarchy:
  
  Navigate to the relevant transaction in SAP where you can manage hierarchies (e.g., transaction code KSH1 for cost center hierarchies or KE52 for profit center hierarchies).
  Locate the functional area to which the hierarchy is assigned.
  Unassign the hierarchy from the functional area. This may involve editing the settings and removing the association.
  
  
  
  Delete the Hierarchy:
  
  Once the hierarchy is unassigned, you can proceed to delete it.
  Use the appropriate transaction code (e.g., KSH2 for cost center hierarchies or KE53 for profit center hierarchies) to delete the hierarchy.
  
  
  
  Check for Dependencies: Ensure that there are no other dependencies or assignments that might prevent the deletion of the hierarchy.
  
  
  Test the Changes: After making the changes, test to ensure that the hierarchy has been successfully deleted and that there are no further issues.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with the relevant transaction codes for managing hierarchies in your specific SAP module.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation or your organization's internal documentation for specific guidelines on managing hierarchies.
  User Permissions: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to make changes to hierarchies and functional areas in SAP.
  Backup: It is advisable to back up any important data before making changes to hierarchies, as this can affect reporting and analysis.
  
  If you continue to experience issues after following these steps, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.