How To Fix FCO_AVC120 - Account group &2 doesn't exist in hierarchy &1.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FCO_AVC - Availability Control

• Message number: 120

• Message text: Account group &2 doesn't exist in hierarchy &1.

What causes this issue?

Account group <(>&<)>2 doesn't exist in hierarchy <(>&<)>1.
There are two possibilities for this situation.
The pre-delivered hierarchy YBA000_CE, which is included in the cloud
content, hasn?t been generated as a global accounting hierarchy of type
G/L account hierarchy. This generation activity is mandatory and must be
performed before you configure the budget availability control profile.
OR
The G/L account hierarchy that you have entered hasn?t been created in
the <LS>Manage Global Hierarchies</> app.

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?

Ensure that you have completed the preliminary steps that are described
in in the product assistance under:
<LS>Budget Availability Control > Budget Availability Control for Cost
Centers > Maintain Account Groups</>
Ensure that the G/L account hierarchy that you have entered has been
created in the <LS>Manage Global Hierarchies</> app.

Procedure for System Administrators

What causes this issue?

The G/L account hierarchy that you have entered hasn?t been created in
the <LS>Manage Global Hierarchies</> app.

How to fix this error?

Ensure that the G/L account hierarchy that you have entered has been
created in the <LS>Manage Global Hierarchies</> app.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FCO_AVC120 - Account group &2 doesn't exist in hierarchy &1. ?

  The SAP error message FCO_AVC120 indicates that there is an issue with the account group specified in the context of a hierarchy. Specifically, the error message states that the account group (denoted as &2) does not exist in the specified hierarchy (denoted as &1). This typically occurs in the context of financial accounting or controlling modules where account groups are used to categorize accounts.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Account Group: The account group specified in the transaction or configuration does not exist in the system.
  Hierarchy Configuration: The hierarchy being referenced may not be properly configured to include the specified account group.
  Data Entry Error: There may be a typographical error in the account group or hierarchy name.
  Missing Customization: If the account group is a custom one, it may not have been properly set up in the system.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Verify Account Group: Check the account group specified in the error message. Ensure that it is correctly spelled and exists in the system.
  
  You can do this by navigating to the relevant configuration area in SAP (e.g., SPRO) and checking the account groups under the relevant hierarchy.
  
  
  
  Check Hierarchy Configuration: Ensure that the hierarchy specified in the error message is correctly set up to include the account group.
  
  Go to the configuration settings for the hierarchy and verify that the account group is included.
  
  
  
  Create or Modify Account Group: If the account group does not exist, you may need to create it or modify the existing hierarchy to include the account group.
  
  Use transaction codes like OX19 (for account group maintenance) to create or modify account groups.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation: If you are unsure about the configuration, refer to SAP documentation or consult with your SAP administrator or functional consultant.
  
  
  Check Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to view or modify account groups and hierarchies.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as:
  
  SPRO: Customizing Implementation Guide
  OX19: Maintain Account Groups
  OBD2: Maintain Account Group for G/L Accounts
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Support: If the issue persists after checking the above, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal IT support team for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message FCO_AVC120 and ensure that the account group is correctly configured within the specified hierarchy.