How To Fix BIL016 - The hierarchy for secondary installation &1 changes on &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BIL - General billing

• Message number: 016

• Message text: The hierarchy for secondary installation &1 changes on &2

What causes this issue?

The hierarchy defined by specifying a <DS:DE.HIGHLEVINST>higher-level
installation</> will change on &v2& for secondary installation &v1&.
However, this hierarchy should not change during the billing period.

System Response

The system will cancel billing.

How to fix this error?

You should only change the higher-level installation for a secondary
installation when billing <ZH>all</> the installations in the
installation group.

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.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BIL016 - The hierarchy for secondary installation &1 changes on &2 ?

  The SAP error message BIL016, which states "The hierarchy for secondary installation &1 changes on &2," typically occurs in the context of billing or installation management within SAP IS-U (Industry Solution for Utilities). This error indicates that there is a change in the hierarchy of a secondary installation, which can affect billing processes or the relationship between installations.
  Cause:
  
  Hierarchy Changes: The error is triggered when there is a change in the hierarchy of a secondary installation (e.g., a change in the parent-child relationship of installations).
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the data related to installations, such as missing or incorrect configuration settings.
  Master Data Issues: The master data for the installations may not be properly maintained, leading to conflicts in the hierarchy.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Installation Hierarchy: Review the hierarchy of the installations involved. Ensure that the secondary installation is correctly assigned to its parent installation.
  Data Consistency Check: Run consistency checks on the installation data to identify any discrepancies. This can often be done using transaction codes like EL31 or EL32 in SAP IS-U.
  Update Master Data: If there are issues with the master data, update it accordingly. This may involve correcting the installation's parent or child assignments.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to this error message for specific guidance or patches that may address the issue.
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists after checking the hierarchy and master data, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes in SAP IS-U, such as EL31 (Display Installation) and EL32 (Change Installation).
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to BIL016 for any known issues or fixes.
  User Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed, providing insights or solutions from other users' experiences.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the BIL016 error in your SAP system.