How To Fix FMHIE017 - Hierarchy ID was deleted

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FMHIE - Budget Hierarchies

• Message number: 017

• Message text: Hierarchy ID was deleted

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FMHIE017 - Hierarchy ID was deleted ?

  The SAP error message FMHIE017 indicates that a hierarchy ID you are trying to use has been deleted. This error typically occurs in the context of SAP's Funds Management (FM) module, where hierarchies are used to organize and manage budget structures.
  Cause:
  The error is triggered when:
  
  You attempt to access or use a hierarchy ID that has been deleted from the system.
  The hierarchy ID is referenced in a transaction or report, but it no longer exists in the database.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the FMHIE017 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Verify Hierarchy ID: Check if the hierarchy ID you are trying to use is indeed deleted. You can do this by navigating to the relevant transaction in SAP (e.g., transaction code FMH1 for hierarchy management) and searching for the hierarchy ID.
  
  
  Recreate the Hierarchy: If the hierarchy ID is deleted and you need it, you may need to recreate it. Use the appropriate transaction (like FMH1) to create a new hierarchy with the same ID or a different one, depending on your requirements.
  
  
  Update References: If other transactions or reports are referencing the deleted hierarchy ID, you will need to update those references to point to an existing hierarchy.
  
  
  Check for Custom Developments: If there are custom programs or reports that reference the deleted hierarchy, you may need to modify them to handle the absence of the hierarchy or to use an alternative.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Review any documentation related to the hierarchy management in your organization to understand the implications of deleting a hierarchy and how to manage them effectively.
  
  
  Contact SAP Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance, especially if this is impacting critical business processes.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as FMH1 (Create Hierarchy), FMH2 (Change Hierarchy), and FMH3 (Display Hierarchy).
  Authorization: Ensure you have the necessary authorizations to view and manage hierarchies in the Funds Management module.
  Change Logs: Check change logs or audit trails if available, to understand when and why the hierarchy ID was deleted.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to address the FMHIE017 error effectively.