How To Fix FMHIE105 - Whole hierarchy ID &1 will be locked

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FMHIE - Budget Hierarchies

• Message number: 105

• Message text: Whole hierarchy ID &1 will be locked

What causes this issue?

You have already selected a large number of FM addresses for insertion
into the hierarchy. Therefore the whole sub-hierarchy ID has to be
locked.

System Response

The system will lock the sub-hierarchy ID &v1&.

How to fix this error?

If the lock of the whole sub-hierarchy ID fails, you can only continue
inserting new FM addresses after saving.

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 FMHIE105 - Whole hierarchy ID &1 will be locked ?

  The SAP error message FMHIE105 indicates that a whole hierarchy ID is locked, which typically occurs in the context of SAP's Financial Management (FM) module, particularly when dealing with hierarchies in funds management.
  Cause:
  The error message FMHIE105 is triggered when an attempt is made to modify or access a hierarchy that is currently locked. This can happen for several reasons, including:
  
  Concurrent Access: Another user or process is currently using or modifying the hierarchy.
  System Lock: The system may have placed a lock on the hierarchy due to a previous transaction that did not complete successfully.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary permissions to access or modify the hierarchy.
  Data Consistency Checks: The system may be performing checks that require the hierarchy to be locked temporarily.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the FMHIE105 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check for Active Sessions: Use transaction code SM12 to check for any active locks on the hierarchy ID. If you find any locks that are no longer needed, you can delete them (ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to do this).
  
  
  Wait and Retry: If another user is currently working with the hierarchy, you may need to wait until they finish their work and release the lock.
  
  
  Review Authorizations: Ensure that you have the appropriate authorizations to access and modify the hierarchy. You may need to consult with your SAP security team if you suspect authorization issues.
  
  
  Check for Background Jobs: Sometimes, background jobs may be running that could lock the hierarchy. Use transaction code SM37 to check for any relevant background jobs.
  
  
  System Restart: In rare cases, if the lock persists and cannot be resolved through the above methods, a system restart may be necessary. This should be done with caution and typically requires coordination with your SAP Basis team.
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes like SM12 (to view and manage locks), SM37 (to monitor background jobs), and SU53 (to check authorization issues).
  SAP Documentation: Review the official SAP documentation for the Financial Management module to understand how hierarchies are managed and any specific configurations that may affect locking behavior.
  User Forums: Consider checking SAP community forums or user groups for discussions related to this error, as other users may have encountered and resolved similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the lock and take appropriate action to resolve the FMHIE105 error.