How To Fix SRF_CONFIG001 - Select a leading organizational unit.

SRF_CONFIG001 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SRF_CONFIG - Statutory Reporting Framework Config Messages

• Message number: 001

• Message text: Select a leading organizational unit.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SRF_CONFIG001 - Select a leading organizational unit. ?

  The SAP error message SRF_CONFIG001: Select a leading organizational unit typically occurs in the context of SAP applications that require the selection of an organizational unit, such as when configuring or using certain functionalities in SAP S/4HANA or SAP ERP systems. This error indicates that the system expects a leading organizational unit to be specified, but it has not been provided.
  
  Cause:
  
  Missing Organizational Unit: The most common cause of this error is that the user has not selected an organizational unit (like a company code, plant, or sales organization) that is required for the transaction or configuration being performed.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be a configuration issue where the system is not set up to recognize the organizational units properly.
  User Authorization: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or select the organizational units.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Select an Organizational Unit: Ensure that you select a valid leading organizational unit from the available options.