How To Fix F6518 - Only Reporting hierarchies can be processed here

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: F6 - Funds Management Master Data Maintenance

• Message number: 518

• Message text: Only Reporting hierarchies can be processed here

What causes this issue?

You want to change a hierarchy variant that is assigned to an FM area
and fiscal year as an operative hierarchy variant (that is, it can be
budgeted for and posted to).

System Response

Changes are not permitted

How to fix this error?

Choose a hierarchy variant that is only used in Reporting.

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

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message F6518 - Only Reporting hierarchies can be processed here ?

  The SAP error message F6518 "Only Reporting hierarchies can be processed here" typically occurs in the context of SAP Financials, particularly when dealing with hierarchies in reporting scenarios. This error indicates that the system is expecting a reporting hierarchy, but the hierarchy provided is not suitable for the operation being performed.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Hierarchy Type: The hierarchy you are trying to use is not a reporting hierarchy. In SAP, there are different types of hierarchies (e.g., planning hierarchies, reporting hierarchies), and this error suggests that the system is expecting a reporting hierarchy.
  Hierarchy Configuration: The hierarchy may not be properly configured or activated for reporting purposes.
  Data Source Issues: The data source or the context in which the hierarchy is being used may not support the type of hierarchy you are trying to use.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Hierarchy Type: Verify that the hierarchy you are using is indeed a reporting hierarchy. You can do this by checking the hierarchy settings in the SAP system.
  
  Navigate to the relevant transaction (e.g., KSH1 for creating a hierarchy) and ensure that the hierarchy is marked as a reporting hierarchy.
  
  
  
  Use the Correct Hierarchy: If you have multiple hierarchies, ensure that you are selecting the correct one that is designated for reporting.
  
  
  Hierarchy Activation: If the hierarchy is not activated for reporting, you may need to activate it. This can usually be done in the hierarchy maintenance transaction.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific details on how to configure and use reporting hierarchies.
  
  
  Check Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to access and use the reporting hierarchy.
  
  
  Contact Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any specific fixes or updates related to this error message.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as KSH1 (Create Hierarchy), KSH2 (Change Hierarchy), and KSH3 (Display Hierarchy) for managing hierarchies.
  Documentation: Review SAP Help documentation for Financials and reporting hierarchies to understand the requirements and configurations needed.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the F6518 error and ensure that you are using the correct reporting hierarchy in your SAP system.