How To Fix 1F207 - First enter the hierarchy type

1F207 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 1F - BKK: Beziehungen

• Message number: 207

• Message text: First enter the hierarchy type

What causes this issue?

Without a hierarchy type the system cannot determine if external root
accounts are permissible.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

First choose a hierarchy type and try to switch to external root
accounts again.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 1F207 - First enter the hierarchy type ?

  The SAP error message 1F207 - "First enter the hierarchy type" typically occurs in the context of SAP's reporting or planning functions, particularly when dealing with hierarchical data structures such as cost centers, profit centers, or other organizational units.
  
  Cause:
  This error message indicates that the system expects a hierarchy type to be specified before proceeding with the operation. Hierarchy types are used to define the structure of data in SAP, and without specifying one, the system cannot determine how to organize or display the data.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you should follow these steps:
  
  
  Identify the Transaction: Determine which transaction or report you are trying to execute when you encounter this error.
  
  
  Enter Hierarchy Type:
  
  Look for a field labeled "Hierarchy Type" or similar in the transaction screen.
  Select or enter the appropriate hierarchy type that corresponds to your data structure. This could be a cost center hierarchy, profit center hierarchy, or any other relevant hierarchy