How To Fix FMBS154 - Posting addresses are independent of the hierarchy ID &4

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FMBS - Budget structure

• Message number: 154

• Message text: Posting addresses are independent of the hierarchy ID &4

What causes this issue?

You are trying to maintain posting addresses from hierarchy ID &V4& in
multi-level budget structure &V2& (FM area &V1&, budget category &V3&).
However, in the transaction<DS:TRAN.FMHIE_HIEID>Process Hierarchy ID
</>(FMHIE_HIEID), you have set the posting address definition rule as
"Posting Addresses are Hierarchy-Independent" for the hierarchy ID &V4&.

System Response

You cannot use the current transaction(FMBSPO_HIE_MULT) to maintain
posting addresses in multi-level budget structure &V2& when you set the
posting address definition rule as "Posting Addresses are
Hierarchy-Independent" for the hierarchy ID &V4&.

How to fix this error?

You can use the transaction<DS:TRAN.FMBSPO_MULT>Posting Address Mass
Processing</> (FMBSPO_MULT) to maintain posting addresses in multi-level
budget structure &V2& for the constant and multi-level elements assigned
to the hierarchy ID &V4&.

Procedure for System Administrators

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

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Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FMBS154 - Posting addresses are independent of the hierarchy ID &4 ?

  The SAP error message FMBS154 ("Posting addresses are independent of the hierarchy ID &4") typically occurs in the context of Funds Management (FM) when there is an inconsistency between the hierarchy ID and the posting addresses used in a transaction. This error indicates that the system is unable to process the transaction because the posting addresses do not align with the specified hierarchy.
  Cause:
  
  Hierarchy ID Mismatch: The posting addresses being used in the transaction are not linked to the specified hierarchy ID. This can happen if the hierarchy has been changed or if the posting addresses were not correctly assigned to the hierarchy.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues in the configuration of the Funds Management module, particularly in the assignment of posting addresses to the hierarchy.
  Data Entry Errors: Incorrect data entry during the transaction could lead to the selection of an inappropriate hierarchy ID or posting address.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Hierarchy Assignment:
  
  Verify that the posting addresses are correctly assigned to the hierarchy ID in question. You can do this by navigating to the relevant configuration settings in SAP.
  Use transaction codes like FMAVC (for checking the assignment of posting addresses) or FMHIER (for managing hierarchies) to review the settings.
  
  
  
  Review Transaction Data:
  
  Ensure that the transaction data being entered is correct. Double-check the hierarchy ID and the posting addresses to ensure they match.
  If necessary, correct the data entry and try posting again.
  
  
  
  Configuration Review:
  
  If you have access to the configuration settings, review the configuration for Funds Management to ensure that the posting addresses and hierarchy IDs are set up correctly.
  Consult with your SAP Basis or configuration team if you suspect that there are issues with the setup.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for more detailed information on the specific error message and its implications.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, 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 in SAP FM, such as FMHIER, FMAVC, and others that may help in managing hierarchies and posting addresses.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message, as they may provide patches or additional guidance on resolving the issue.
  User Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed, and solutions shared.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.