How To Fix DFS_FMPO_COMMON019 - FMPO &1 is already used in the hierarchy structure below FMPO &2.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: DFS_FMPO_COMMON - Message class for Flexible Material Planning Object

• Message number: 019

• Message text: FMPO &1 is already used in the hierarchy structure below FMPO &2.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DFS_FMPO_COMMON019 - FMPO &1 is already used in the hierarchy structure below FMPO &2. ?

  The SAP error message DFS_FMPO_COMMON019 indicates that a Fund Management (FM) Position Object (FMPO) is already being used in a hierarchy structure that is below another FMPO. This typically occurs in the context of Fund Management where you are trying to create or modify a hierarchy of FMPOs, and the system detects that the FMPO you are trying to use is already associated with another hierarchy.
  Cause:
  
  Duplicate Usage: The FMPO you are trying to assign or modify is already linked to another hierarchy structure, which prevents it from being used in the new context.
  Hierarchy Structure: The error may arise when attempting to create a new hierarchy or modify an existing one where the FMPO is already part of a different hierarchy.
  Data Integrity: SAP enforces data integrity rules to ensure that FMPOs are not misused or duplicated across different hierarchy structures.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Existing Hierarchies: Review the existing hierarchy structures to see where the FMPO is currently being used. You can do this by navigating to the relevant transaction codes in SAP (e.g., FMHIER for hierarchy management).
  Remove from Existing Hierarchy: If the FMPO is no longer needed in the existing hierarchy, you can remove it from that hierarchy before trying to use it in a new one.
  Use a Different FMPO: If the FMPO must remain in its current hierarchy, consider using a different FMPO for the new hierarchy structure you are trying to create or modify.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidelines on managing FMPOs and hierarchies in your version of SAP.
  Contact Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as FMHIER (for managing hierarchies) and FMPO (for managing FM Position Objects).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  User Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to modify hierarchies and FMPOs in your SAP system.
  Testing Changes: Always test changes in a development or quality assurance environment before applying them to production to avoid unintended consequences.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a suitable solution.