How To Fix UCF6723 - Cons frequency change: Restrictions in hierarchy step are not permitted

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: UCF6 - Messages for Consolidation of Investments

• Message number: 723

• Message text: Cons frequency change: Restrictions in hierarchy step are not permitted

What causes this issue?

The consolidation frequency is being changed in consolidation of
investments. In periods where this occurs, you cannot execute
consolidation of investments tasks for single hierarchy levels only.

System Response

Processing of consolidation of investments is terminated.

How to fix this error?

Execute consolidation of investments without making a restriction to a
single hierarchy level.

Procedure for System Administrators

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 UCF6723 - Cons frequency change: Restrictions in hierarchy step are not permitted ?

  The SAP error message UCF6723, which states "Cons frequency change: Restrictions in hierarchy step are not permitted," typically occurs in the context of SAP's Consolidation module, particularly when dealing with changes in the consolidation frequency of a hierarchy step.
  Cause:
  This error usually arises when there is an attempt to change the consolidation frequency of a hierarchy step that has restrictions or dependencies that do not allow for such a change. The restrictions could be due to:
  
  Existing Data: There may be existing data or postings that are tied to the current frequency, making it impossible to change without first addressing those dependencies.
  Hierarchy Structure: The hierarchy structure may have specific rules or configurations that prevent changes to the frequency.
  Consolidation Settings: The settings in the consolidation configuration may not allow for changes to the frequency at that particular step.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Existing Data: Review the data associated with the hierarchy step. If there are postings or data entries that are tied to the current frequency, you may need to clear or adjust them before making changes.
  
  
  Review Hierarchy Configuration: Examine the hierarchy configuration to ensure that there are no restrictions preventing the change. This may involve checking the settings in the consolidation hierarchy and ensuring that they align with the desired frequency.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources related to the Consolidation module for specific guidelines on changing consolidation frequencies.
  
  
  Adjust Dependencies: If there are dependencies that are causing the restriction, you may need to adjust or remove them before attempting to change the frequency.
  
  
  Contact Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP team for further assistance. They may have additional insights or tools to help resolve the issue.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes in SAP that pertain to consolidation and hierarchy management, such as UC01 for consolidation settings.
  User Roles and Permissions: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to make changes to the hierarchy and consolidation settings.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.