How To Fix FICUSTOM269 - Posting address &1 is not a leaf node in hierarchy

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FICUSTOM - Customizable Messages for Funds Management

• Message number: 269

• Message text: Posting address &1 is not a leaf node in hierarchy

What causes this issue?

Account assignment &V1& goes against the definition rule for posting
addresses that was defined in transaction Create/Assign Subhierarchy_ID
(FMHIE_HIEID). You have defined the following posting address rule:
"Only Account Assignments at End Node Level in the BS are Valid Posting
Addresses" but posting address &v1&, that is in the posting address list
or contains actual postings, is not an end node in the hierarchy.

System Response

Processing is terminated.

How to fix this error?

You can correct the error in one of the following ways:
Change the definition rule for postings addresses in transaction
Create/Assign Subhierarchy_(FMHIE_HIEID) to "All Account Assignments in
the Hierarchy are Valid Posting Addresses" or "Posting Addresses are
Hierarchy-Independent".
Change the hierarchy using transaction
<DS:TRAS.FMHIE_CHANGE>FMHIE_CHANGE</> so that account assignment &V1& is
an end node.
Set this message to a warning, information, or ignore if you want to
override this message in Customzing under <LS>Funds Management
Government -> Basic Settings -> Change Message Control</>. However, when
doing this, note that overriding the message can cause inconsistencies
to occur in the multi-level budget structure.

Procedure for System Administrators

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

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FICUSTOM269 - Posting address &1 is not a leaf node in hierarchy ?

  The SAP error message FICUSTOM269 indicates that the posting address specified in your transaction is not a "leaf node" in the hierarchy. In the context of SAP, a "leaf node" refers to a node in a hierarchy that does not have any child nodes. This means that the posting address you are trying to use is not a final destination for postings, which is required for certain financial transactions.
  Cause:
  
  Hierarchy Structure: The posting address you are trying to use is part of a hierarchy that has child nodes. This means that it is not a terminal point for postings.
  Configuration Issues: The configuration of the address hierarchy in the system may not be set up correctly, leading to this error.
  Incorrect Address: The address you are trying to post to may be incorrect or not intended for posting.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check the Hierarchy: Review the hierarchy structure in the system to ensure that the posting address you are using is indeed a leaf node. You can do this by navigating to the relevant configuration settings in SAP.
  Use a Valid Posting Address: If the address you are using is not a leaf node, you will need to select a different address that is a leaf node. This may involve checking the hierarchy to find an appropriate address.
  Adjust Configuration: If necessary, adjust the configuration of the hierarchy to ensure that the correct addresses are set up as leaf nodes. This may involve working with your SAP configuration team or consulting the relevant documentation.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for more detailed information on how to manage posting addresses and hierarchies.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like OBY6 (for defining the posting addresses) or OBY7 (for defining the hierarchy) to check and modify the settings.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to view and modify the hierarchy settings in SAP.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in financial accounting within SAP.