How To Fix FMHIE050 - &1 is not multi-level in budget structure &2 within FM area &3

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FMHIE - Budget Hierarchies

• Message number: 050

• Message text: &1 is not multi-level in budget structure &2 within FM area &3

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FMHIE050 - &1 is not multi-level in budget structure &2 within FM area &3 ?

  The SAP error message FMHIE050 indicates that a specific budget structure is not set up as a multi-level structure in the context of Funds Management (FM). This error typically arises when you are trying to perform an operation that requires a multi-level budget structure, but the specified budget structure is defined as a single-level structure.
  Cause:
  
  Budget Structure Definition: The budget structure you are trying to use is defined as a single-level structure in the system. This means it does not support multi-level budgeting, which is necessary for the operation you are attempting.
  Configuration Issues: There may be a misconfiguration in the Funds Management settings, where the budget structure was not properly defined to allow for multi-level budgeting.
  Incorrect Budget Structure: The budget structure being referenced may not be the correct one for the operation you are trying to perform.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Budget Structure Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for Funds Management in SAP.
  Navigate to the budget structure settings and verify if the budget structure in question is set up as a multi-level structure.
  If it is not, you may need to create a new budget structure or modify the existing one to support multi-level budgeting.
  
  
  
  Use the Correct Budget Structure:
  
  Ensure that you are using the correct budget structure for the transaction you are trying to execute. If a different budget structure is required, switch to that structure.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or consult with your SAP functional team to understand the requirements for multi-level budget structures and how to configure them properly.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, perform tests to ensure that the error no longer occurs and that the budget structure works as intended.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like FMBB (Budgeting) or FMAVCR01 (Budget Availability Control) to check or modify budget settings.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional guidance on configuring budget structures.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to budget structures in the system.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to engage with SAP support or your internal SAP team for further assistance.