How To Fix KX171 - Hierarchy does not exist -> Create hierarchy first

KX171 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KX - EC-EIS/EC-BP: Data basis, data collection

• Message number: 171

• Message text: Hierarchy does not exist -> Create hierarchy first

What causes this issue?

For the combination of characteristic/variant that you entered, an
external hierarchy has not yet been maintained.

How to fix this error?

Create an external hierarchy.

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

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KX171 - Hierarchy does not exist -> Create hierarchy first ?

  The SAP error message KX171 ("Hierarchy does not exist -> Create hierarchy first") typically occurs in the context of SAP Controlling (CO) when you are trying to use a hierarchy that has not been defined or created in the system. This error is often encountered when working with cost centers, profit centers, or internal orders where hierarchical structures are required for reporting or analysis.
  
  Cause:
  
  Missing Hierarchy: The most common cause of this error is that the hierarchy you are trying to access or use has not been created in the system.
  Incorrect Hierarchy Assignment: You may be trying to assign a hierarchy that is not relevant for the specific context or is not properly configured.
  Authorization Issues: In some cases, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or create the hierarchy.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Create the Hierarchy:
  
  Navigate to the appropriate transaction code for creating hierarchies. For example, you can use transaction code KSH1 for