How To Fix FINCS_MD_FSITEM063 - Text for FS item &1/&2 already exists in language &3.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 063

• Message text: Text for FS item &1/&2 already exists in language &3.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FINCS_MD_FSITEM063 - Text for FS item &1/&2 already exists in language &3. ?

  The SAP error message FINCS_MD_FSITEM063 indicates that there is an attempt to create or modify a financial statement item (FS item) in a specific language, but a text for that FS item already exists in the specified language. This typically occurs in the context of financial statement version (FSV) configuration or when managing financial statement items in SAP.
  Cause:
  The error is caused by the following:
  
  You are trying to create a new FS item or modify an existing one, but the text for that FS item already exists in the specified language (denoted by &3).
  This can happen if you are importing data, copying configurations, or manually entering data without checking for existing entries.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Existing Entries:
  
  Navigate to the relevant transaction (e.g., transaction code OB58 for financial statement versions).
  Look for the FS item with the specified identifiers (&1 and &2) in the language indicated by &3.
  If the text already exists, you may need to update or modify the existing entry instead of creating a new one.
  
  
  
  Modify Existing Text:
  
  If you find that the FS item already exists, you can modify the text associated with that FS item in the specified language.
  Ensure that the text is appropriate and meets your requirements.
  
  
  
  Use a Different Language:
  
  If you intended to create a new FS item with a different text, consider using a different language code that does not have an existing entry.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources related to financial statement versions and FS items for additional guidance on managing these entries.
  
  
  
  Check for Data Imports:
  
  If this error occurs during a data import, ensure that your import file does not contain duplicate entries for the same FS item in the same language.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as OB58 (for financial statement versions) and FS00 (for G/L account master data) to manage FS items effectively.
  Language Settings: Understand how language settings work in SAP, as they can affect how texts are displayed and managed.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message, as there may be updates or fixes available.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the FINCS_MD_FSITEM063 error and manage your financial statement items effectively.