How To Fix RSM_TEAM049 - Team in hierarchy must be enabled

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSM_TEAM - Messages for Team in Responsibility Management

• Message number: 049

• Message text: Team in hierarchy must be enabled

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSM_TEAM049 - Team in hierarchy must be enabled ?

  The SAP error message RSM_TEAM049 indicates that a team in a hierarchy must be enabled for certain operations to proceed. This error typically arises in the context of SAP systems that manage organizational structures, such as SAP SuccessFactors or SAP ERP systems that utilize team hierarchies for reporting, planning, or other organizational functions.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when:
  
  A team or organizational unit is not activated or enabled in the system.
  The team is part of a hierarchy that is required for a specific process, but it has not been set up correctly.
  There may be inconsistencies in the configuration of the team or its relationship with other teams in the hierarchy.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the RSM_TEAM049 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Team Status:
  
  Navigate to the relevant transaction or configuration area where the team hierarchy is managed (e.g., transaction code PPOME for organizational management).
  Verify if the team in question is marked as "enabled" or "active." If it is not, you will need to enable it.
  
  
  
  Enable the Team:
  
  If the team is not enabled, you can enable it by selecting the team and changing its status to "active" or "enabled."
  Save your changes.
  
  
  
  Review Hierarchy Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the hierarchy structure is correctly configured. Check if all parent and child relationships are properly defined and that there are no missing links.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to the team hierarchy. If you lack the required permissions, contact your system administrator.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources specific to your version of SAP for additional guidance on managing team hierarchies.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the process again to ensure that the error has been resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as PPOME (for organizational management) or PPOSE (for displaying organizational structures).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Support: If the issue persists after following the above steps, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal IT support team for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the RSM_TEAM049 error and ensure that the team in the hierarchy is properly enabled for the required operations.