How To Fix FINCS_MD_FSITEM083 - FS item is used in C/I as item for statistical equity.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 083

• Message text: FS item is used in C/I as item for statistical equity.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FINCS_MD_FSITEM083 - FS item is used in C/I as item for statistical equity. ?

  The SAP error message FINCS_MD_FSITEM083 indicates that a financial statement item (FS item) is being used in a context that is not allowed, specifically in a context where it is designated as a statistical equity item. This typically occurs in the context of financial reporting or when configuring financial statement versions (FSV) in SAP.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Configuration: The FS item is configured as a statistical equity item, which means it is not intended to be used in certain calculations or reports that require actual equity items.
  Usage in Financial Statement Version: The FS item may be incorrectly assigned in the financial statement version or in the configuration of the chart of accounts.
  Inconsistent Data: There may be inconsistencies in the data or settings related to the financial statement items.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Review FS Item Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for financial statement items in SAP (Transaction Code: OB58).
  Check the settings for the FS item in question and ensure it is correctly classified as either a statistical item or an actual equity item based on your reporting requirements.
  
  
  
  Adjust Financial Statement Version:
  
  If the FS item is being used in a financial statement version, ensure that it is appropriately categorized. You may need to remove it from contexts where it should not be used.
  Use Transaction Code: OBY6 to review and adjust the financial statement version settings.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help files related to financial statement items and their classifications to ensure compliance with best practices.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, test the financial reporting or transaction that triggered the error to ensure that the issue is resolved.
  
  
  
  Seek Help from SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking configurations and settings, consider reaching out to SAP support or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as OB58 (Financial Statement Item Configuration) and OBY6 (Financial Statement Version).
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for additional guidance or patches that may address the issue.
  Documentation: Review SAP Help Portal for detailed information on financial statement items and their configurations.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.