How To Fix KU106 - Consecutive no. & / hierarchy code read: &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KU - Costing: Rollup

• Message number: 106

• Message text: Consecutive no. & / hierarchy code read: &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KU106 - Consecutive no. & / hierarchy code read: & ?

  The SAP error message KU106 typically indicates an issue related to the assignment of a consecutive number and hierarchy code in the context of controlling (CO) or profitability analysis (CO-PA) modules. This error often arises when there is a problem with the configuration or data integrity in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The hierarchy code or consecutive number may not be properly configured in the system.
  Data Integrity Issues: There may be inconsistencies in the data, such as missing entries or incorrect settings in the master data.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access or modify the relevant data.
  Incorrect Input: The input data may not conform to the expected format or values.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Navigate to the relevant configuration settings in the SAP system (e.g., SPRO) and ensure that the hierarchy codes and consecutive number ranges are correctly defined.
  Verify that the settings for the controlling area, profit center, or other relevant entities are correctly configured.
  
  
  
  Data Validation:
  
  Review the master data and transactional data for any inconsistencies or missing entries.
  Ensure that all required fields are populated and that the data adheres to the expected formats.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that the user encountering the error has the necessary authorizations to access and modify the relevant data.
  Check the user roles and profiles to confirm that they have the appropriate permissions.
  
  
  
  Input Verification:
  
  Double-check the input values being used when the error occurs. Ensure that they are valid and conform to the expected criteria.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific error message for additional guidance and troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP team for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like KAH1 (Create Cost Center) or KAH2 (Change Cost Center) to check the configuration.
  SAP Notes: Look for relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Community Forums: SAP Community or other forums may have discussions related to this error, which can provide insights from other users who have faced similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the underlying cause of the KU106 error in your SAP system.