How To Fix FMHIE070 - Selection leads to multiple identical nodes

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FMHIE - Budget Hierarchies

• Message number: 070

• Message text: Selection leads to multiple identical nodes

What causes this issue?

You selected several nodes and then insert other new nodes for them.
However, for all these selected nodes, there is no FM account assignment
element with the same value. This would lead to multiple identical nodes
in the hierarchy.
Example
The hierarchical FM account assignment elements are <ZK>Funds Center
</>and <ZK>Commitment Item, </>you selected following tree nodes in the
hierarchy, and then insert some new nodes for them:
FC001/CI001
FC002/CI001
FC003/CI003
If you select insert <ZK>Funds Center</> FC004 as subnode of these tree
nodes, your expected hierarchy should look like this:
FC001/CI001
<ZH> FC004/CI001</>
FC002/CI001
<ZH> FC004/CI001</>
FC003/CI003
FC004/CI003
As you can see, there would be two identical nodes FC004/CI001 in the
hierarchy. This is not allowed.
So, if you only select the nodes FC001/CI001 and FC002/CI001 (they have
the same value CI001 for commitment item), you can insert a new
commitment item for them, and this does not lead to multiple identical
nodes in the hierarchy.

System Response

Processing stops.

How to fix this error?

Change your selection and make sure there is at least one FM account
assignment element with the same value in all selected nodes.

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.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FMHIE070 - Selection leads to multiple identical nodes ?

  The SAP error message FMHIE070: Selection leads to multiple identical nodes typically occurs in the context of hierarchical data structures, such as when working with funds management or other hierarchical reporting tools in SAP. This error indicates that the selection criteria you have specified in your report or transaction are resulting in multiple identical nodes being selected, which is not allowed.
  Cause:
  
  Duplicate Nodes: The selection criteria may be too broad or not specific enough, leading to the selection of multiple identical nodes in the hierarchy.
  Incorrect Hierarchy Structure: The hierarchy may have been set up incorrectly, leading to duplicate entries.
  Data Integrity Issues: There may be issues with the underlying data, such as duplicate entries in the master data.
  
  Solution:
  
  Refine Selection Criteria: Review and refine the selection criteria you are using. Make sure that the criteria are specific enough to avoid selecting multiple identical nodes.
  Check Hierarchy Configuration: Verify the configuration of the hierarchy to ensure that it is set up correctly and does not contain duplicate nodes.
  Data Cleanup: If there are actual duplicates in the data, you may need to clean up the data to remove duplicates or consolidate them.
  Use Unique Identifiers: If applicable, use unique identifiers or additional filters to ensure that only one node is selected.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance related to the transaction or report you are using.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Depending on the context, you may be using transaction codes related to funds management (e.g., FMX1, FMX2) or reporting tools.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  By addressing the underlying causes and refining your selection criteria, you should be able to resolve the FMHIE070 error and proceed with your work in SAP.