How To Fix FINS_FIS_UHIER126 - Level of node &2 in hierarchy &1 too high in comparison to previous node

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FINS_FIS_UHIER - Universal Hierarchy Message Class

• Message number: 126

• Message text: Level of node &2 in hierarchy &1 too high in comparison to previous node

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FINS_FIS_UHIER126 - Level of node &2 in hierarchy &1 too high in comparison to previous node ?

  The SAP error message FINS_FIS_UHIER126 indicates that there is an issue with the hierarchy structure in your financial data. Specifically, it means that the level of a node in a hierarchy is too high compared to its previous node. This typically occurs in the context of financial reporting or when working with hierarchical data structures in SAP.
  Cause:
  The error is caused by a misconfiguration in the hierarchy levels. Each node in a hierarchy should have a defined level, and the level of a child node should always be one level lower than its parent node. If a child node is defined with a level that is equal to or higher than its parent node, this error will be triggered.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Hierarchy Configuration:
  
  Go to the hierarchy configuration in your SAP system.
  Identify the node mentioned in the error message (node &2) and its parent node (hierarchy &1).
  Verify the levels assigned to both nodes.
  
  
  
  Adjust Node Levels:
  
  If the child node (node &2) has a level that is too high, adjust its level to be one lower than its parent node.
  Ensure that all nodes in the hierarchy follow the correct level structure.
  
  
  
  Validate Hierarchy:
  
  After making adjustments, validate the hierarchy to ensure that there are no other inconsistencies.
  Use transaction codes like KAH1 (for creating a hierarchy) or KAH2 (for changing a hierarchy) to manage your hierarchies.
  
  
  
  Test the Changes:
  
  After making the necessary adjustments, test the hierarchy by running the relevant reports or transactions to ensure that the error no longer occurs.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes related to hierarchy management, such as KAH1, KAH2, KAH3 (for displaying hierarchies), and KAH4 (for deleting hierarchies).
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files for more detailed information on managing hierarchies in your specific SAP module (e.g., SAP FI, CO).
  Support: If the issue persists after making adjustments, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the FINS_FIS_UHIER126 error and ensure that your hierarchy is correctly configured.