How To Fix KY336 - No hierarchy chosen for characteristic '&1'

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KY - Messages for SAP-EIS: Presentation

• Message number: 336

• Message text: No hierarchy chosen for characteristic '&1'

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KY336 - No hierarchy chosen for characteristic '&1' ?

  The SAP error message KY336 "No hierarchy chosen for characteristic '&1'" typically occurs in the context of SAP Controlling (CO) when you are trying to use a characteristic in a report or analysis that requires a hierarchy, but no hierarchy has been defined or selected for that characteristic.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Hierarchy: The characteristic you are trying to use does not have an associated hierarchy defined in the system.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration for the characteristic may not have been set up correctly, or the hierarchy may not have been activated.
  Selection Criteria: The report or transaction you are using may require a hierarchy to be explicitly selected, and it has not been done.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Hierarchy Definition:
  
  Go to the relevant transaction (e.g., KSH1 for creating a hierarchy) and check if a hierarchy exists for the characteristic in question.
  If it does not exist, you will need to create one.
  
  
  
  Assign Hierarchy:
  
  If a hierarchy exists, ensure that it is assigned to the characteristic you are using. You can do this in the hierarchy maintenance transaction (KSH2 for changing a hierarchy).
  
  
  
  Select Hierarchy in Report:
  
  When running the report or transaction, ensure that you have selected the appropriate hierarchy for the characteristic. This may involve selecting it from a dropdown or inputting it manually.
  
  
  
  Check Authorization:
  
  Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to access the hierarchy and the characteristic.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review the SAP documentation or help files related to the specific transaction or report you are using for any additional requirements regarding hierarchies.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  KSH1: Create Hierarchy
  KSH2: Change Hierarchy
  KSH3: Display Hierarchy
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues or bugs related to this error message.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums for insights from other users who may have encountered and resolved similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the KY336 error and successfully use the characteristic in your reporting or analysis.