How To Fix FMHIE437 - Multi-level node used for budget structure. Deletion not possible

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FMHIE - Budget Hierarchies

• Message number: 437

• Message text: Multi-level node used for budget structure. Deletion not possible

What causes this issue?

Budget addresses or posting addresses that use the multi-level node &V3&
&V4& (hierarchical part, with node identifier &V2&) of
<DS:DE.FMHIE_HIE_ID>hierarchy ID</> &V1&, have been defined in the
budget structure.

System Response

The multi-level node may not be deleted from the multi-level budget
structure.

How to fix this error?

Remove the budget addresses or posting addresses that use the
multi-level node &V3& &V4& of hierarchy ID &V1& from the budget
structure.

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 FMHIE437 - Multi-level node used for budget structure. Deletion not possible ?

  The SAP error message FMHIE437 indicates that you are trying to delete a multi-level node from a budget structure, which is not allowed. This error typically arises in the context of budget management within SAP's Funds Management (FM) module.
  Cause:
  The error occurs because:
  
  Multi-Level Node: The node you are attempting to delete is a multi-level node, meaning it has child nodes or is part of a hierarchical structure.
  Hierarchy Integrity: SAP enforces integrity rules to maintain the structure of budget hierarchies. Deleting a multi-level node could disrupt this structure, hence the system prevents this action.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Node Structure: Review the budget structure to identify if the node has any child nodes. You can do this by navigating to the budget structure in the SAP GUI and examining the hierarchy.
  
  
  Delete Child Nodes: If the node has child nodes, you will need to delete those child nodes first before you can delete the parent multi-level node. Ensure that you are aware of the implications of deleting these nodes, as it may affect budget allocations.
  
  
  Use the Correct Transaction: Make sure you are using the correct transaction code for managing budget structures. Common transaction codes include:
  
  FMBB: Budgeting
  FMAVCR01: Budget Structure Maintenance
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or your organization's SAP guidelines for managing budget structures to ensure compliance with best practices.
  
  
  Seek Help from SAP Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP Notes for any specific patches or updates related to this error.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might provide additional context or solutions for this error.
  User Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to the budget structure.
  Testing in a Sandbox: If possible, test the deletion process in a sandbox environment to understand the impact before making changes in the production environment.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to address the FMHIE437 error and manage your budget structure effectively.