How To Fix 1F045 - New root account &1 &2 is subordinate account in source hierarchy

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 1F - BKK: Beziehungen

• Message number: 045

• Message text: New root account &1 &2 is subordinate account in source hierarchy

What causes this issue?

The root account may not exist in the source hierarchy as a subordinate
account, because otherwise after copying the source, the account would
exist twice in the new hierarchy - once as the root account and once as
a copied subordinate account.

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?

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 1F045 - New root account &1 &2 is subordinate account in source hierarchy ?

  The SAP error message 1F045 indicates that a new root account is being created, but it is being recognized as a subordinate account in the source hierarchy. This typically occurs in the context of financial accounting or controlling when dealing with account hierarchies in SAP.
  Cause:
  The error arises when you attempt to create a new root account that is already defined as a subordinate account in an existing hierarchy. In SAP, account hierarchies are structured in a way that defines parent-child relationships among accounts. A root account should not have any parent accounts, while subordinate accounts are dependent on a parent account.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check the Hierarchy Structure:
  
  Review the existing account hierarchy to ensure that the account you are trying to create as a root account is not already defined as a subordinate account. You can do this by navigating to the account hierarchy settings in the SAP system.
  
  
  
  Modify the Account Type:
  
  If the account is indeed a subordinate account, you may need to either:
  
  Change its status to a root account if that is appropriate for your business logic.
  Remove it from the hierarchy if it is not supposed to be a subordinate account.
  
  
  
  
  
  Create a New Account:
  
  If the account you are trying to create cannot be a root account due to existing relationships, consider creating a new account that does not conflict with the existing hierarchy.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific instructions on managing account hierarchies and understanding the implications of account types.
  
  
  
  Seek Help from SAP Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP team for assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like OBD4 (for account hierarchy maintenance) or FS00 (for general ledger account creation) to manage account hierarchies.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional context.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to create or modify accounts in the hierarchy.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.