How To Fix KX219 - The variant &1 must have 3 characters and be numeric


KX219 - Overview

  • Message type: E = Error

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

  • Message number: 219

  • Message text: The variant &1 must have 3 characters and be numeric

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  • What causes this issue?

    The transfer was terminated because the name of the hierarchy variant
    is not correct. The hierarchy variant must be a three digit number, for
    example, 014.

    System Response

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

    How to fix this error?

    Change the transfer rules.

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KX219 - Details

  • The SAP error message KX219 indicates that there is an issue with a variant that is being used in a transaction or report. Specifically, the error states that the variant must have exactly 3 characters and that these characters must be numeric. This typically occurs in the context of cost center accounting or other areas where variants are used to filter or display data.
    
    Cause: Incorrect Variant Name: The variant name you are trying to use does not meet the required format. It may be too short, too long, or contain non-numeric characters. User Input Error: The user may have mistakenly entered a variant name that does not conform to the expected format. System Configuration: There may be a configuration issue in the system that is enforcing this rule incorrectly.
    Solution: Check the Variant Name: Ensure that the variant name you are using is exactly 3 characters long and consists only of numeric characters (0-9). Create a

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