How To Fix FINCS_MD_FSITEM080 - FS item is used in the cons chart of accounts-based settings.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 080

• Message text: FS item is used in the cons chart of accounts-based settings.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FINCS_MD_FSITEM080 - FS item is used in the cons chart of accounts-based settings. ?

  The SAP error message FINCS_MD_FSITEM080 indicates that a financial statement item (FS item) is being used in the configuration of the chart of accounts (CoA) settings, which is causing a conflict or issue. This typically occurs when you are trying to delete or modify a financial statement item that is still in use in the configuration.
  Cause:
  
  FS Item Usage: The FS item you are trying to modify or delete is currently assigned to a financial statement version or is being referenced in the chart of accounts settings.
  Configuration Dependencies: The financial statement item may be linked to other configurations, such as reporting structures or account assignments, which prevents changes.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check FS Item Assignments:
  
  Go to the transaction code OB58 (for financial statement versions) or OBY6 (for chart of accounts) and check where the FS item is being used.
  Identify any financial statement versions or reports that reference the FS item.
  
  
  
  Remove or Update References:
  
  If the FS item is assigned to a financial statement version, you will need to remove it from that version before you can delete or modify it.
  If it is being used in other configurations, update those references accordingly.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review the SAP documentation or configuration guides related to financial statement items and chart of accounts to ensure you understand the dependencies and settings.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the configuration to ensure that the FS item is no longer causing issues.
  
  
  
  Consult with SAP Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP team for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as OB58 (Financial Statement Versions), OBY6 (Chart of Accounts), and FS00 (G/L Account Master Data).
  Documentation: Review SAP Help Portal or SAP Notes related to financial statement items and chart of accounts configuration.
  Change Management: Ensure that any changes made to financial statement items are documented and communicated to relevant stakeholders to avoid confusion in financial reporting.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.