How To Fix 1F620 - Account &3 &4 is not the root account for the transferred tree &1 &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 1F - BKK: Beziehungen

• Message number: 620

• Message text: Account &3 &4 is not the root account for the transferred tree &1 &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 1F620 - Account &3 &4 is not the root account for the transferred tree &1 &2 ?

  The SAP error message 1F620 indicates that there is an issue with the account structure in the context of a transferred tree. Specifically, it suggests that the account specified (denoted by &3 &4) is not recognized as the root account for the specified tree (denoted by &1 &2). This error typically arises in the context of financial accounting or controlling modules where account hierarchies or structures are being managed.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Account Assignment: The account you are trying to use is not set up as the root account for the specified tree structure. Each tree structure in SAP must have a designated root account.
  Configuration Issues: There may be a misconfiguration in the account hierarchy or tree structure settings in the system.
  Data Transfer Issues: If you are transferring data from one environment to another (e.g., during a migration), the account structure may not have been properly established in the target environment.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Verify Account Hierarchy:
  
  Check the configuration of the account hierarchy in the SAP system. Ensure that the account you are trying to use is indeed set as the root account for the specified tree.
  You can do this by navigating to the relevant configuration settings in the SAP GUI (e.g., using transaction codes like OKEQ for controlling area settings).
  
  
  
  Correct Account Assignment:
  
  If the account is not the root account, you may need to either change the account being used or reconfigure the tree structure to assign the correct root account.
  
  
  
  Review Data Transfer Process:
  
  If this error occurred during a data transfer, review the transfer process to ensure that all necessary configurations and account structures were correctly migrated.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on configuring account hierarchies and tree structures.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance, especially if this is a production environment.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as OKEQ (for controlling area settings) and OKEU (for maintaining account assignment).
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for additional insights or patches that may address the issue.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to view and modify account structures in the SAP system.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.