How To Fix KX206 - Hierarchy variant not visible across the sytem

KX206 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 206

• Message text: Hierarchy variant not visible across the sytem

What causes this issue?

You have tried to access a hierarchy variant which is not visible
system-wide. This is a hierarchy variant which was created locally in
application &v1&.

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

System Response

Operation was terminated.

How to fix this error?

Choose a hierarchy variant which can be viewed system-wide or is
assigned to your application. You can also branch to the transaction
maintenance &v1&. <DS:REPN.RKCHIERA> Execute </>

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KX206 - Hierarchy variant not visible across the sytem ?

  The SAP error message KX206, which states "Hierarchy variant not visible across the system," typically occurs in the context of SAP Controlling (CO) when dealing with cost center accounting or profit center accounting. This error indicates that the hierarchy variant you are trying to use is not available or not visible in the current system context.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Hierarchy Variant: The hierarchy variant you are trying to access may not be defined in the system or may not be assigned to the relevant controlling area.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the hierarchy variant.
  Cross-System Issues: If you are working in a distributed system landscape (e.g., multiple SAP systems), the hierarchy variant may not be replicated or available in the system you are currently using.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the controlling area or the hierarchy settings that prevent the variant from being visible.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Hierarchy Variant