How To Fix REEXST213 - &1 is subordinate to &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: REEXST - Set Processing

• Message number: 213

• Message text: &1 is subordinate to &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message REEXST213 - &1 is subordinate to &2 ?

  The SAP error message REEXST213 indicates that there is a hierarchical relationship issue in the context of a reporting structure or organizational unit. Specifically, it means that the entity you are trying to process (denoted as &1) is subordinate to another entity (denoted as &2), which may not be allowed in the current context of your operation.
  Cause:
  
  Hierarchical Structure: The error typically arises when you are trying to perform an action that is not permitted due to the hierarchical relationship between the two entities. For example, if you are trying to assign a subordinate unit to a parent unit that is not allowed or if the relationship is incorrectly defined in the system.
  Data Integrity Issues: There may be inconsistencies in the data that define the relationships between organizational units or reporting structures.
  Configuration Issues: The configuration settings in SAP may not allow certain hierarchical relationships, leading to this error.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Hierarchical Relationships: Review the organizational structure in SAP to ensure that the relationships between the entities are correctly defined. You can do this by navigating to the relevant organizational management or reporting structure transaction.
  Adjust Assignments: If you are trying to assign a subordinate entity to a parent entity, ensure that this assignment is valid according to your organizational rules. You may need to change the assignment or the structure.
  Data Consistency Check: Run consistency checks on your organizational data to identify any discrepancies that may be causing the error.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidelines on managing organizational structures and reporting hierarchies.
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists and you cannot identify the cause, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance. They can provide insights based on your specific configuration and usage.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as OOCU (for organizational units) or OOSB (for reporting structures) to manage and review your organizational hierarchy.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. SAP Notes often provide solutions or workarounds for specific error messages.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that the user performing the action has the necessary authorizations to make changes to the organizational structure.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the REEXST213 error and ensure that your organizational structure is correctly configured in SAP.