Message type: E = Error
Message class: ER - IS-U regional structure
Message number: 006
Message text: There is already a hierarchy level with this description
You are not permitted to change an existing hierarchy level so that it
has the same description as another hierarchy level.
The change you have made has been ignored.
If you wish to insert this hierarchy level below several other
hierarchy levels, you must create this hierarchy level again. When the
names are the same, a reference is produced automatically.
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ER006
- There is already a hierarchy level with this description ?The SAP error message ER006, which states "There is already a hierarchy level with this description," typically occurs in the context of creating or modifying hierarchy levels in SAP, particularly in the areas of controlling (CO) or other modules that utilize hierarchical structures.
Cause: The error arises when you attempt to create a new hierarchy level with a description that already exists in the system. SAP enforces uniqueness for hierarchy level descriptions to avoid confusion and ensure data integrity. This means that each hierarchy level must have a distinct description.
Solution: To resolve this error, you can take the following steps: Check Existing Hierarchy Levels: Navigate to the relevant hierarchy structure in SAP and review the existing hierarchy levels. Look for the description you are trying to use. You can use transaction codes like KAH1 (for creating a cost center hierarchy) or KAH2 (for changing a cost center hierarchy) to view existing levels. Modify the Description: If you find
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