How To Fix FCOM_PLANNING_CORE180 - Account groups deactivated as account hierarchy in client &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FCOM_PLANNING_CORE - Messages for Package FCOM_PLANNING_CORE

• Message number: 180

• Message text: Account groups deactivated as account hierarchy in client &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FCOM_PLANNING_CORE180 - Account groups deactivated as account hierarchy in client &1 ?

  The SAP error message FCOM_PLANNING_CORE180 indicates that account groups have been deactivated as account hierarchies in the specified client. This typically occurs in the context of financial planning and controlling (FICO) modules, particularly when working with account hierarchies in SAP.
  Cause:
  
  Deactivation of Account Groups: The account groups that are supposed to be used in the account hierarchy have been deactivated in the client settings. This can happen due to configuration changes or administrative actions.
  Client-Specific Settings: The error may arise if the account groups were previously active but have been deactivated in the current client environment.
  Missing Authorizations: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to access or modify the account groups.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Account Group Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code OBD4 (or the relevant configuration transaction) to check the status of the account groups.
  Ensure that the account groups you are trying to use are activated for the account hierarchy.
  
  
  
  Reactivate Account Groups:
  
  If the account groups are deactivated, you may need to reactivate them. This can typically be done in the configuration settings for account groups.
  Ensure that the account groups are properly assigned to the relevant account hierarchy.
  
  
  
  Review Client Settings:
  
  Check if there are any client-specific settings that might be affecting the account groups. This includes reviewing any recent changes made to the configuration.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to access and modify the account groups. This can be done by checking the user roles and authorizations in the SAP system.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on managing account groups and hierarchies.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as OBD4 (for account group configuration) and FS00 (for general ledger account maintenance).
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for additional insights or patches that may address the issue.
  User Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.