How To Fix FI883 - This subhierarchy uses criterion categories

FI883 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FI - TR-FM Funds Management

• Message number: 883

• Message text: This subhierarchy uses criterion categories

What causes this issue?

You tried to create a commitment item without a criterion category in a
hierarchy. However, this hierarchy uses criterion categories.
If the superior item in a hierarchy uses criteria, then the subordinate
items must also use criteria.

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?

When creating a commitment item, assign a criterion type to it.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

FI883 - Details

• The SAP error message FI883, which states "This subhierarchy uses criterion categories," typically occurs in the context of financial accounting and controlling when there is an issue related to the configuration of hierarchy nodes in the system. This error is often encountered when working with cost centers, profit centers, or other hierarchical structures in SAP.
  
  Cause:
  The error FI883 usually arises due to one of the following reasons:
  
  
  Incorrect Hierarchy Configuration: The hierarchy node you are trying to work with may not be properly configured to use the required criterion categories. This can happen if the node is set up to use a different set of criteria than what is expected.
  
  
  Missing or Inconsistent Data: There may be missing or inconsistent data in the hierarchy that prevents the system from processing the request.
  
  
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to access or modify the hierarchy, leading to this error.
  
  
  System Settings: