How To Fix K7205 - Replacement type "Automatic" not permitted for variable type "Hierarchy"

K7205 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: K7 - Messages for Row/Column Structure

• Message number: 205

• Message text: Replacement type "Automatic" not permitted for variable type "Hierarchy"

Self-Explanatory Message

Since SAP believes that this specific error message is 'self-explanatory,' no more information has been given.The majority of messages in the SAP system have a message text, however this is frequently insufficient to comprehend or resolve the problem.

To make things easier, more detailed information is frequently added to describe the issue, how to fix it, and the necessary steps or configuration modifications.

Unfortunately, there isn't any extra information in this error notice.

What else can you do?

First, use our AnswerBot below to get a possible cause and solution (requires a premium subscription).

Also, review the in-depth Common Questions & Answers listed below; you could discover a solution there or be able to connect with others who have faced similar challenges.

You can also try searching the SAP support portal (support.sap.com) but you need a special user ID to access it. It is possible that an SAP support note exists that provides additional details about the mistake or even steps for fixing it.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message K7205 - Replacement type "Automatic" not permitted for variable type "Hierarchy" ?

  The SAP error message K7205, which states "Replacement type 'Automatic' not permitted for variable type 'Hierarchy'," typically occurs in the context of SAP Controlling (CO) when working with planning or reporting functions that involve hierarchies. This error indicates that there is an issue with the way a variable is defined or used in a planning or reporting scenario.
  
  Cause:
  
  
  Variable Type Mismatch: The error arises when you attempt to use an automatic replacement type for a variable that is defined as a hierarchy. In SAP, hierarchies are often used to represent structured data, such as organizational units or cost centers, and they require specific handling that differs from standard variables.
  
  
  Incorrect Configuration: The variable may not be configured correctly in the planning layout or report. If the variable is set to be replaced automatically, but it is a hierarchy type, this will lead to the error.
  
  
  Planning Function Settings: The planning function or report