How To Fix KE717 - The summarization levels were not activated

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KE -

• Message number: 717

• Message text: The summarization levels were not activated

What causes this issue?

An error occurred while Table &V2& for summarization level &V1& was
being saved in the ABAP/4 Data Dictionary.

System Response

This error should not occur. Consequently, the summarization levels
were not activated.

How to fix this error?

Save the summarization levels again. The system will try to create and
activate the necessary table again. If the error occurs again, you have
the following options:

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

You can solve the problem temporarily by deleting the summarization
level &V1&.
Check in OSS for a note concerning the error message <ZH>KE 717</>.
The problem may already be known.
If you submit a problem message, be sure to include the following
information: SUBRC &V3&.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KE717 - The summarization levels were not activated ?

  The SAP error message KE717, which states "The summarization levels were not activated," typically occurs in the context of Profitability Analysis (CO-PA) when the system is unable to summarize data due to the absence of activated summarization levels. This can happen for various reasons, including configuration issues or missing settings in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Summarization Levels Not Activated: The most common cause is that the summarization levels for the relevant characteristics in CO-PA have not been activated.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues in the configuration of the CO-PA module, such as missing or incorrect settings in the operating concern.
  Data Structure Changes: If there have been changes to the data structure or characteristics in CO-PA, it may lead to this error if the summarization levels are not updated accordingly.
  Missing Authorizations: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or activate summarization levels.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Activate Summarization Levels:
  
  Go to the transaction code KEA5 (or navigate through the menu: Controlling -> Profitability Analysis -> Account-Based -> Settings -> Activate Summarization Levels).
  Check if the summarization levels for the relevant operating concern are activated. If not, activate them.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the configuration for the operating concern is correct. You can do this by using transaction code KEA0 to review the settings.
  Verify that all necessary characteristics and value fields are properly defined and activated.
  
  
  
  Review Data Structure:
  
  If there have been recent changes to the data structure, ensure that the summarization levels are updated to reflect these changes.
  
  
  
  User Authorizations:
  
  Check if the user has the necessary authorizations to access and modify the summarization levels. If not, consult with your SAP security team to grant the required permissions.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to CO-PA and summarization levels for any additional guidance or troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  KEA0: Configuration of operating concern.
  KEA5: Activate summarization levels.
  KE30: Report for CO-PA to analyze profitability data.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. You can search for relevant notes in the SAP Support Portal.
  
  
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums for discussions and solutions shared by other users who may have encountered the same issue.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the KE717 error and ensure that summarization levels are properly activated in your SAP system.