How To Fix K6206 - The validation &1 is not available

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: K6 - EC-EIS/EC-BP data basis: Data entry and collection

• Message number: 206

• Message text: The validation &1 is not available

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message K6206 - The validation &1 is not available ?

  The SAP error message K6206, which states "The validation &1 is not available," typically occurs in the context of controlling (CO) when you are trying to execute a transaction or report that requires a specific validation rule that is not defined or activated in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Validation: The validation rule referenced by the message (indicated by &1) is not defined in the system.
  Inactive Validation: The validation might exist but is not activated or is inactive for the current context.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues in the configuration settings related to validations in the controlling module.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the validation.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Validation Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code OKB9 (for validation) and check if the validation rule exists.
  If it does not exist, you may need to create it or consult with your SAP configuration team to define the necessary validation.
  
  
  
  Activate Validation:
  
  If the validation exists but is inactive, you can activate it in the same transaction (OKB9).
  Ensure that the validation is set up correctly for the relevant controlling area and other parameters.
  
  
  
  Review Authorization:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the validation. This may involve checking user roles and profiles in transaction SU01.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help files related to validations in controlling to understand the specific requirements and setup.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, test the transaction or report again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  OKB9: For managing validations in controlling.
  KOB1: For displaying line items in CO.
  KSB1: For displaying cost centers.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  
  
  Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP support team for further assistance.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the K6206 error and ensure that the necessary validations are in place for your SAP CO processes.