How To Fix FINCS_MD_FSITEM131 - FS item is used in a global accounting hierarchy.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 131

• Message text: FS item is used in a global accounting hierarchy.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FINCS_MD_FSITEM131 - FS item is used in a global accounting hierarchy. ?

  The SAP error message FINCS_MD_FSITEM131 indicates that a financial statement item (FS item) is being used in a global accounting hierarchy, which prevents certain actions from being performed on that FS item. This error typically arises when you attempt to delete or modify an FS item that is part of a global structure, such as a financial statement version or a reporting hierarchy.
  Cause:
  
  Global Usage: The FS item is currently linked to a global accounting hierarchy, meaning it is being utilized in financial reporting or consolidation processes across multiple company codes or entities.
  Dependencies: There may be dependencies or references to this FS item in other configurations or reports, which restricts modifications or deletions.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Usage: Verify where the FS item is being used. You can do this by checking the financial statement versions and the global accounting hierarchy configurations.
  
  
  Remove Dependencies: If you need to delete or modify the FS item, you must first remove it from any global accounting hierarchies or financial statement versions where it is being used. This may involve:
  
  Editing the financial statement version to exclude the FS item.
  Ensuring that the FS item is not referenced in any reports or configurations.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Review SAP documentation or help resources for specific instructions on managing financial statement items and global hierarchies.
  
  
  Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to the financial statement items and hierarchies.
  
  
  Testing: After making changes, test the configuration in a development or test environment before applying it to production to ensure that it does not affect other reporting or financial processes.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes such as OB58 (for financial statement versions) or OBY6 (for global accounting hierarchy) to manage your FS items.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional guidance or fixes related to this error.
  Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert who can provide assistance based on your specific system configuration.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to address the FINCS_MD_FSITEM131 error and manage your financial statement items effectively.