How To Fix WART_MSG024 - No active hierarchy could be found.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WART_MSG - Messages of Merchandise service

• Message number: 024

• Message text: No active hierarchy could be found.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WART_MSG024 - No active hierarchy could be found. ?

  The SAP error message WART_MSG024: No active hierarchy could be found typically occurs in the context of SAP's reporting or planning functionalities, particularly when dealing with hierarchies in the context of master data, such as cost centers, profit centers, or other organizational structures.
  Cause:
  
  
  Missing Hierarchy: The most common cause of this error is that the system cannot find an active hierarchy for the specified data. This can happen if:
  
  The hierarchy has not been created or activated.
  The hierarchy is not valid for the period you are trying to access.
  The hierarchy is not assigned to the relevant organizational unit or master data.
  
  
  
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be issues with the configuration settings in the SAP system that prevent the hierarchy from being recognized.
  
  
  Data Issues: There may be inconsistencies or missing data in the master data that is supposed to be linked to the hierarchy.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Hierarchy Configuration:
  
  Go to the relevant transaction (e.g., for cost centers, you might use transaction code KSH1 to check the hierarchy).
  Ensure that the hierarchy exists and is active for the relevant time period.
  
  
  
  Activate Hierarchy:
  
  If the hierarchy is not active, you may need to activate it. This can usually be done in the hierarchy maintenance transaction.
  
  
  
  Review Master Data:
  
  Check the master data associated with the hierarchy to ensure that it is correctly set up and linked to the hierarchy.
  
  
  
  Check Validity Period:
  
  Ensure that the hierarchy is valid for the period you are trying to access. If you are trying to access data outside of the hierarchy's validity period, you will encounter this error.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources for specific details on the hierarchy you are working with, as there may be additional steps or considerations based on the specific module or functionality.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes for hierarchy maintenance, such as KSH1 (Cost Center Hierarchy), KSH2 (Change Cost Center Hierarchy), and KSH3 (Display Cost Center Hierarchy).
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to WART_MSG024 for any specific fixes or updates that may address this issue.
  Documentation: Review SAP Help Portal for detailed documentation on hierarchies in the specific module you are working with (e.g., Controlling, Profitability Analysis).
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue causing the WART_MSG024 error in your SAP system.