How To Fix BIL014 - Installation &1 is not a suitable higher-level installation

BIL014 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BIL - General billing

• Message number: 014

• Message text: Installation &1 is not a suitable higher-level installation

What causes this issue?

Utility installation &v1& uses the <DS:DE.HIGHLEVINST>higher-level
installation</> &v3&on &v2&. However, installation &v3& does not meet
the criteria for a higher-level installation.

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?

Use a different higher-level installation.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BIL014 - Installation &1 is not a suitable higher-level installation ?

  The SAP error message BIL014 indicates that the installation you are trying to use as a higher-level installation is not suitable for the operation you are attempting to perform. This error typically arises in the context of SAP Business Information Warehouse (BW) or Business Intelligence (BI) when dealing with installations, such as when you are trying to upgrade or change the installation hierarchy.
  
  Cause:
  
  Incompatible Installation: The installation you are trying to set as a higher-level installation may not be compatible with the current installation or may not meet the necessary prerequisites.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be configuration issues or missing components that prevent the installation from being recognized as a higher-level installation.
  Version Mismatch: The versions of the installations may not align properly, leading to incompatibility.
  Missing Authorizations: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to perform the operation.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Compatibility: Verify that the installation you are trying to set as a higher-level installation