Message type: E = Error
Message class: KU - Costing: Rollup
Message number: 218
Message text: There are no active hierarchies for hierarchy type &
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The SAP error message KU218 ("There are no active hierarchies for hierarchy type &") typically occurs in the context of SAP Controlling (CO) when you are trying to use a hierarchy that is not currently active or does not exist for the specified hierarchy type. This can happen in various scenarios, such as when working with cost centers, profit centers, or internal orders.
Cause:
Inactive Hierarchy: The hierarchy you are trying to access is not active. Hierarchies can be set to inactive for various reasons, such as changes in organizational structure or data maintenance.
Missing Hierarchy: The hierarchy type you are trying to use does not have any defined hierarchies in the system.
Incorrect Hierarchy Type: The hierarchy type specified in your transaction or report may not match any existing hierarchy types in the system.
Authorization Issues: You may not have the necessary authorizations to view or access the hierarchies.
Solution:
Check Hierarchy Activation:
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