How To Fix FMBS163 - Posting address &1&2 is not consistent with PA definition

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FMBS - Budget structure

• Message number: 163

• Message text: Posting address &1&2 is not consistent with PA definition

What causes this issue?

The posting address &v1&&v2& is not consistent with the posting address
definition in hierarchy ID &v3& of the FM area/fiscal year/budget
structure/budget category &v4&. In hierarchy ID &v3&, you specify the
multi-level part of posting address definition as <ZK>Only Leaf
Addresses in Hierarchy are Valid Posting Address</>. However, the
multi-level part of the posting address &v1&&v2& is not the leaf node in
the hierarchy.

System Response

Processing stops.

How to fix this error?

Apply whichever of the following alternative solutions best suits your
requirements:
Change the posting address definition rule
Go to hierarchy ID maintenance transaction
<DS:TRAN.FMHIE_HIEID>FMHIE_HIEID</>, then change the definition rule of
the posting address in hierarchy ID &v3& of the FM area/fiscal
year/budget structure/budget category &v4&.
Change the posting address
Go to the hierarchy display transaction
<DS:TRAN.FMHIE_DISPLAY>FMHIE_DISPLAY</> to get the hierarchy nodes in
the hierarchy ID &v3& of the FM area/fiscal year/budget
structure/budgetcategory &v4&. Select a node which is not a leaf node in
the hierarchy as your posting address.

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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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FMBS163 - Posting address &1&2 is not consistent with PA definition ?

  The SAP error message FMBS163 ("Posting address &1&2 is not consistent with PA definition") typically occurs in the context of Financial Management (FM) and is related to the posting address not aligning with the definitions set in the Public Sector Management (PSM) or the Funds Management (FM) module. This error can arise during the posting of transactions that involve budgetary control or fund management.
  Cause:
  
  Inconsistent Posting Address: The posting address (which could be a cost center, internal order, or other financial object) does not match the definitions or settings in the system for the relevant organizational unit or budget structure.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the Funds Management or Public Sector Management settings, particularly regarding the assignment of posting addresses to the relevant budget definitions.
  Master Data Issues: The master data for the posting address may not be correctly maintained or may not correspond to the expected values in the system.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to post to the specified address.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Posting Address: Verify the posting address (e.g., cost center, internal order) being used in the transaction. Ensure that it is correctly defined and active in the system.
  Review Configuration: Check the configuration settings in the Funds Management or Public Sector Management module. Ensure that the posting address is correctly assigned to the relevant budget structure and that it complies with the definitions in the system.
  Validate Master Data: Review the master data for the posting address to ensure it is complete and accurate. This includes checking the validity dates and status of the master data.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to post to the specified address. This may involve checking user roles and permissions.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on the error message and related configuration settings.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like FMBB (Budgeting) or FMX1 (Create Budget) to review or adjust budget settings.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert who specializes in Funds Management or Public Sector Management.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement the necessary corrections to resolve it.