How To Fix /SCMB/ORG_UNIT021 - Referenced org. unit &1 invalid because referencing org. unit &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMB/ORG_UNIT -

• Message number: 021

• Message text: Referenced org. unit &1 invalid because referencing org. unit &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMB/ORG_UNIT021 - Referenced org. unit &1 invalid because referencing org. unit &2 ?

  The SAP error message /SCMB/ORG_UNIT021 indicates that there is an issue with the organizational unit configuration in the Supply Chain Management (SCM) module. Specifically, the error states that the referenced organizational unit (&1) is invalid because it is being referenced by another organizational unit (&2). This typically occurs in scenarios where organizational units are interdependent or where there are constraints on how they can be linked.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Configuration: The organizational unit you are trying to reference may not be properly configured or may not exist in the system.
  Hierarchy Issues: There may be a problem with the hierarchy of organizational units, where the referencing unit is not allowed to reference the specified unit due to organizational structure rules.
  Data Inconsistency: There could be inconsistencies in the data, such as missing entries or incorrect relationships between organizational units.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access or modify the specified organizational units.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Organizational Unit Configuration:
  
  Verify that both organizational units (&1 and &2) exist in the system and are correctly configured.
  Ensure that the organizational unit you are trying to reference is active and not marked for deletion.
  
  
  
  Review Hierarchical Relationships:
  
  Check the hierarchy of the organizational units to ensure that the referencing unit is allowed to reference the specified unit.
  Use transaction codes like PPOME or OMC1 to visualize and manage the organizational structure.
  
  
  
  Data Consistency Check:
  
  Run consistency checks to identify any discrepancies in the organizational unit data.
  Use transaction codes like SCU3 to check for change documents or inconsistencies.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access and modify the organizational units in question.
  Review the user roles and profiles to confirm that they include the required permissions.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidelines on managing organizational units in SCM.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as PPOME (Change Organization and Staffing) and OMC1 (Maintain Organizational Units).
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to organizational unit management that may provide additional insights or patches.
  Training and Documentation: Review training materials or documentation related to SCM organizational unit management for best practices and troubleshooting tips.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.