How To Fix /SCMB/ORG_UNIT022 - Org. unit &1 is referenced itself &2 times

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMB/ORG_UNIT -

• Message number: 022

• Message text: Org. unit &1 is referenced itself &2 times

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMB/ORG_UNIT022 - Org. unit &1 is referenced itself &2 times ?

  The SAP error message /SCMB/ORG_UNIT022 indicates that there is a problem with the organizational unit configuration in the Supply Chain Management (SCM) module. Specifically, the error states that the organizational unit (identified by &1) is referenced itself &2 times, which typically means that there is a circular reference or an incorrect hierarchical structure in the organizational unit setup.
  Cause:
  
  Circular Reference: The organizational unit is set up in such a way that it references itself either directly or indirectly, leading to a loop in the hierarchy.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be an error in the configuration of the organizational units, such as incorrect parent-child relationships.
  Data Integrity Issues: There could be issues with the data integrity in the database, where the relationships between organizational units are not correctly defined.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Organizational Unit Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for the organizational units in the SCM module.
  Review the hierarchy and ensure that no organizational unit is referencing itself.
  Correct any circular references or incorrect parent-child relationships.
  
  
  
  Use Transaction Codes:
  
  Use transaction codes like /SCMB/ORG_UNIT to view and edit the organizational unit settings.
  Check the relationships and ensure they are set up correctly.
  
  
  
  Data Consistency Check:
  
  Run data consistency checks to identify any inconsistencies in the organizational unit data.
  Use tools or reports available in SAP to analyze the organizational unit structure.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help notes related to organizational unit configuration for best practices and guidelines.
  
  
  
  Seek Help from SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the configuration, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance. They may provide specific notes or patches to resolve the issue.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Organizational Units in SCM: Understanding how organizational units are structured and their role in the supply chain processes is crucial. They are used to define the hierarchy of the organization and manage various processes.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Testing Changes: After making changes to the organizational unit configuration, ensure to test the changes in a development or quality environment before applying them to production.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message /SCMB/ORG_UNIT022 and ensure that your organizational unit configuration is correct.