How To Fix FARR_PROCESS_CHECK085 - Compound group POB &1 cannot have a higher-level POB

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FARR_PROCESS_CHECK - Messages for Input Checks in Process Layer

• Message number: 085

• Message text: Compound group POB &1 cannot have a higher-level POB

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FARR_PROCESS_CHECK085 - Compound group POB &1 cannot have a higher-level POB ?

  The SAP error message FARR_PROCESS_CHECK085 indicates that there is an issue with the hierarchy of the Profitability Analysis (CO-PA) or Asset Accounting (FI-AA) related to the Profitability Object (POB). Specifically, the error states that a compound group POB cannot have a higher-level POB, which means that the structure of your POBs is not set up correctly according to the rules defined in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Hierarchy Setup: The error typically arises when a compound group POB is incorrectly assigned a higher-level POB. In SAP, a compound group POB is meant to aggregate lower-level POBs, and it should not be positioned under another POB that is at a higher level.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues in the configuration of the POBs in the system, such as incorrect settings in the Customizing (SPRO) for Profitability Analysis or Asset Accounting.
  Data Entry Errors: During the creation or modification of POBs, incorrect data may have been entered, leading to this hierarchy issue.
  
  Solution:
  
  Review POB Hierarchy: Check the hierarchy of the POBs in your system. Ensure that the compound group POB is not assigned to a higher-level POB. You can do this by navigating to the relevant configuration settings in SAP.
  Adjust Configuration: If you find that the hierarchy is incorrect, you will need to adjust the configuration. This may involve:
  
  Changing the assignment of the POBs.
  Ensuring that the compound group POB is only aggregating lower-level POBs.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to the SAP documentation or help files related to Profitability Analysis or Asset Accounting for guidance on the correct setup of POBs.
  Testing: After making changes, test the configuration to ensure that the error no longer occurs and that the POBs function as intended.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes such as KEB1 (for CO-PA) or AO90 (for Asset Accounting) to view and modify POB settings.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance on POB configuration.
  Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert who specializes in CO-PA or FI-AA.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.