How To Fix KY389 - The variable cannot be turned on or off because of hierarchy nodes

KY389 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 389

• Message text: The variable cannot be turned on or off because of hierarchy nodes

What causes this issue?

You have attempted to turn a variable on or off for the characteristic
'&V1&'. This is not possible because a hierarchy node has been created
for this characteristic.

System Response

No changes were carried out.

How to fix this error?

If you want to turn a variable on or off, use the function 'Hierarchy
nodes'. You can change a fixed value in a variable there (or vice
versa). You can also delete the hierarchy nodes.
After that you can use the function 'Variable on/off' in every case.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

KY389 - Details

• The SAP error message KY389 indicates that there is an issue with a variable in a report or planning function that is linked to a hierarchy. Specifically, it means that the variable cannot be activated or deactivated due to the presence of hierarchy nodes that are not compatible with the operation you are trying to perform.
  
  Cause:
  
  Hierarchy Nodes: The variable is likely tied to a characteristic that has a hierarchy defined. If the hierarchy is not set up correctly or if there are nodes that are not compatible with the variable's settings, you will encounter this error.
  Variable Settings: The variable may have settings that conflict with the hierarchy structure, such as being set to allow for multiple selections or being dependent on a specific node.
  Data Integrity: There may be issues with the data integrity of the hierarchy, such as missing nodes or incorrect relationships between nodes.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Hierarchy Settings: Review the hierarchy