How To Fix FINCS_MD_FSITEM047 - Attribute/role name &1 must not be used for multiple entries.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FINCS_MD_FSITEM - Consolidation Financial Statement Item Master Data

• Message number: 047

• Message text: Attribute/role name &1 must not be used for multiple entries.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FINCS_MD_FSITEM047 - Attribute/role name &1 must not be used for multiple entries. ?

  The SAP error message FINCS_MD_FSITEM047 indicates that there is an issue with the configuration of financial statement items in the SAP system. Specifically, the error states that the attribute or role name specified (denoted by &1) must not be used for multiple entries. This typically occurs in the context of financial statement version (FSV) configuration or when defining financial statement items.
  Cause:
  The error is usually caused by one of the following reasons:
  
  Duplicate Entries: The attribute or role name you are trying to assign to a financial statement item is already in use by another item. In SAP, each attribute or role must be unique within the context of the financial statement version.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be a misconfiguration in the financial statement version or the financial statement items, leading to conflicts in the assignment of attributes or roles.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check for Duplicates:
  
  Go to the configuration of the financial statement version (transaction code: OB58).
  Review the financial statement items and their assigned attributes or roles.
  Ensure that the attribute or role name is not assigned to multiple items. If it is, you will need to modify the configuration to ensure uniqueness.
  
  
  
  Modify the Configuration:
  
  If you find duplicates, you can either:
  
  Change the attribute/role name for one of the entries to a unique value.
  Remove the duplicate entry if it is not needed.
  
  
  
  
  
  Validate Changes:
  
  After making the necessary changes, save your configuration and try to execute the transaction or report again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If you are unsure about the correct configuration, refer to SAP documentation or consult with your SAP functional consultant for guidance on setting up financial statement items correctly.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  OB58: Configuration of Financial Statement Versions.
  FS00: G/L Account Master Data.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional guidance on financial statement configuration.
  
  
  Testing: After resolving the issue, it is advisable to test the financial statement generation to ensure that the changes have been applied correctly and that no further errors occur.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the FINCS_MD_FSITEM047 error and ensure that your financial statement items are configured correctly in SAP.