How To Fix GK201 - The hierarchy level &1 is not assigned to hierarchy &2

GK201 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GK - Messages for SAP Consolidation

• Message number: 201

• Message text: The hierarchy level &1 is not assigned to hierarchy &2

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GK201 - Details

• The SAP error message GK201, which states "The hierarchy level &1 is not assigned to hierarchy &2," typically occurs in the context of SAP's controlling (CO) module, particularly when dealing with cost center hierarchies or other hierarchical structures.
  
  Cause:
  This error generally arises when you are trying to perform an operation (like posting a transaction or running a report) that involves a hierarchy level that has not been properly assigned to the specified hierarchy. The hierarchy level could be a cost center, profit center, or any other organizational unit that is part of a hierarchical structure in SAP.
  Possible Causes:
  
  Missing Assignment: The hierarchy level you are trying to use is not assigned to the specified hierarchy.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be a configuration issue in the hierarchy settings.
  Data Entry Error: The hierarchy level or hierarchy name may have been entered incorrectly in the transaction or report.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
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