How To Fix FI082 - Funds center &1 may not be below funds center &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FI - TR-FM Funds Management

• Message number: 082

• Message text: Funds center &1 may not be below funds center &2

What causes this issue?

The "year-dependent" funds centers are set to active in this FM area.
The funds center hierarchy of the "year-dependent" funds centers does
not correspond to the following specifications:

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

On the first level, the top funds center with any name of your choosing
On the second level, only two-digit numbers which stand for the
respective fiscal year (such as "97" for 1997) are allowed
As of the third level, only funds centers which begin with the two
digits of the superior funds center in the second level (such as 97.1)
may be created.

System Response

Funds center hierarchies which do not correspond to the above
specifications cannot be saved.

How to fix this error?

Create the funds center hierarchy according to the specifications.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FI082 - Funds center &1 may not be below funds center &2 ?

  The SAP error message FI082 ("Funds center &1 may not be below funds center &2") typically occurs in the context of budget management and funds management within SAP. This error indicates that there is an issue with the hierarchical structure of funds centers in your organization. Specifically, it means that the funds center you are trying to use (represented by &1) is not allowed to be a subordinate (or child) of another funds center (represented by &2) due to the configuration of your funds management settings.
  Cause:
  
  Hierarchical Structure Violation: The funds center you are trying to assign is not configured to be a subordinate of the specified parent funds center. This could be due to incorrect configuration in the funds center hierarchy.
  Incorrect Assignment: The funds center assignment in the transaction you are trying to execute is incorrect, leading to a violation of the defined hierarchy.
  Master Data Issues: There may be issues with the master data of the funds centers, such as incorrect settings or missing relationships.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Funds Center Hierarchy:
  
  Go to the transaction code OX15 (or the relevant transaction for your version) to view and manage the funds center hierarchy.
  Verify that the funds center you are trying to use is correctly defined in relation to the parent funds center.
  
  
  
  Adjust Funds Center Assignment:
  
  If you are trying to assign a funds center in a transaction, ensure that you are using the correct funds center that is allowed to be a child of the specified parent funds center.
  
  
  
  Review Master Data:
  
  Check the master data for both funds centers involved. Ensure that they are correctly set up and that there are no discrepancies in their configuration.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or your organization's internal guidelines regarding funds center management to ensure compliance with the established hierarchy.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the hierarchy and master data, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as FMAVCR01 (for budget consumption), FMF1 (for funds center creation), and FMF2 (for funds center changes).
  Configuration Settings: Review the configuration settings in the IMG (Implementation Guide) under the Funds Management section to ensure that the hierarchy is set up correctly.
  User Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to view and modify funds center hierarchies.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the FI082 error and ensure that your funds center hierarchy is correctly configured.