How To Fix FKKVT_INVALID032 - Item &1 refers to itself as a higher-level item

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FKKVT_INVALID - Error category "invalid"

• Message number: 032

• Message text: Item &1 refers to itself as a higher-level item

What causes this issue?

For item &V1&, the value for the <DS:DE.VTPID_KK>External GUID of
Provider Contract Item</> is the same as the value for the
<DS:DE.PAPID_KK>External GUID of Higher-Level Provider Contract Item</>.
The two fields should be used to represent a hierarchical relationship
between the items. It is not allowed for an item to reference itself as
a higher-level item.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FKKVT_INVALID032 - Item &1 refers to itself as a higher-level item ?

  The SAP error message FKKVT_INVALID032 indicates that there is a circular reference in the item hierarchy of a billing document or a contract. Specifically, it means that an item is referring to itself as a higher-level item, which creates a logical inconsistency in the structure of the document.
  Cause:
  The error typically arises from one of the following scenarios:
  
  Incorrect Item Hierarchy Configuration: The item in question is incorrectly set up to reference itself as a parent item.
  Data Entry Error: During the creation or modification of the billing document or contract, the user may have mistakenly assigned the item to itself as a higher-level item.
  System Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the item categories or the way the item hierarchy is defined in the system.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Item Hierarchy:
  
  Review the item hierarchy for the billing document or contract in question. Ensure that no item is set to reference itself as a higher-level item.
  Navigate to the relevant transaction (e.g., VF01 for billing documents) and check the item details.
  
  
  
  Correct the Item Configuration:
  
  If you find that an item is incorrectly configured, update the item to remove the self-reference. This may involve changing the higher-level item assignment to a valid parent item.
  
  
  
  Review Data Entry:
  
  If the error occurred during data entry, verify the entries made for the items. Ensure that the correct higher-level items are assigned.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for guidance on item hierarchy configuration and management.
  
  
  
  Test Changes:
  
  After making the necessary corrections, attempt to save or process the document again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue cannot be resolved through the above steps, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance. They may provide insights specific to your system configuration.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as VF01 (Create Billing Document), VF02 (Change Billing Document), and FKKINV (Invoice Management) to navigate and troubleshoot effectively.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message, as they may provide additional context or patches that address known issues.
  User Roles and Permissions: Ensure that users have the appropriate roles and permissions to make changes to item hierarchies, as restrictions may lead to incomplete configurations.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and correct the cause of the FKKVT_INVALID032 error in your SAP system.