How To Fix /SCMB/ORG_UNIT168 - Creation of organizational unit failed for &1 &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMB/ORG_UNIT -

• Message number: 168

• Message text: Creation of organizational unit failed for &1 &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMB/ORG_UNIT168 - Creation of organizational unit failed for &1 &2 ?

  The SAP error message /SCMB/ORG_UNIT168 indicates that the creation of an organizational unit has failed. This error typically occurs in the context of SAP Supply Chain Management (SCM) when there are issues related to the organizational unit's configuration or data integrity.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Required Fields: The organizational unit may be missing mandatory fields that are required for its creation.
  Invalid Data: The data provided for the organizational unit may not meet the validation criteria set in the system (e.g., invalid characters, incorrect formats).
  Duplicate Entries: An organizational unit with the same identifier may already exist in the system, leading to a conflict.
  Authorization Issues: The user attempting to create the organizational unit may not have the necessary permissions to perform this action.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration settings in the SCM module that prevent the creation of new organizational units.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Required Fields: Ensure that all mandatory fields are filled out correctly when creating the organizational unit.
  Validate Input Data: Review the data being entered for any invalid characters or formats. Ensure that the data adheres to the system's requirements.
  Check for Duplicates: Verify if an organizational unit with the same identifier already exists. If it does, consider using a different identifier.
  Review Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to create organizational units. This may involve checking roles and permissions in the user profile.
  Consult Configuration Settings: Review the configuration settings in the SCM module to ensure that there are no restrictions or issues that would prevent the creation of organizational units.
  Check Logs for More Details: Look at the application logs or system logs for more detailed error messages that can provide additional context on why the creation failed.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like SPRO to access configuration settings or SE11 to check data dictionary objects related to organizational units.
  SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide patches and updates.
  Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for SCM to understand the requirements and processes for creating organizational units.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or technical team for further investigation.