How To Fix FE018 - Liabilities must be in hierarchy level 1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FE - CO-PA module pool messages

• Message number: 018

• Message text: Liabilities must be in hierarchy level 1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FE018 - Liabilities must be in hierarchy level 1 ?

  The SAP error message FE018, which states "Liabilities must be in hierarchy level 1," typically occurs in the context of financial accounting and reporting within the SAP system. This error is related to the structure of the financial statement version (FSV) or the chart of accounts, where liabilities are expected to be categorized at a specific hierarchy level.
  Cause:
  
  Hierarchy Level Issue: The error indicates that the liabilities are not correctly assigned to hierarchy level 1 in the financial statement version. In SAP, financial statement items are organized in a hierarchical structure, and liabilities should be at the top level (level 1) for proper reporting.
  Configuration Error: There may be a misconfiguration in the financial statement version or the chart of accounts that does not align with the expected structure.
  Data Entry Error: Incorrect data entry or assignment of accounts to the wrong hierarchy level can also trigger this error.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Financial Statement Version:
  
  Go to the transaction code OB58 to review the financial statement version.
  Ensure that all liability accounts are assigned to hierarchy level 1. If they are not, you will need to adjust the hierarchy levels accordingly.
  
  
  
  Review Chart of Accounts:
  
  Check the chart of accounts to ensure that the liability accounts are correctly defined and categorized.
  Use transaction code OBD4 to review the account groups and their hierarchy levels.
  
  
  
  Adjust Account Assignments:
  
  If specific accounts are incorrectly assigned, you may need to reassign them to the correct hierarchy level.
  This can be done in the account master data using transaction code FS00.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or configuration guides related to financial statement versions and account hierarchy to ensure compliance with best practices.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, perform a test run of the financial report to ensure that the error is resolved and that liabilities are correctly displayed at hierarchy level 1.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  OB58: Financial Statement Versions
  OBD4: Define Account Groups
  FS00: G/L Account Master Record
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues or provide additional guidance related to this error.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to financial statement versions and account assignments.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a financial consultant who specializes in SAP configurations.