How To Fix FMHIE814 - Distribution path broken in document &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FMHIE - Budget Hierarchies

• Message number: 814

• Message text: Distribution path broken in document &1

What causes this issue?

In budget document &V1& the distribution path is broken for budget
address &V2&. This budget address has been removed from the hierarchy or
has been moved to another hierarchy branch.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

If necessary, change the hierarchy definition of the multi-level budget
structure for budget address &V2& or reverse the budget document &V1&.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FMHIE814 - Distribution path broken in document &1 ?

  The SAP error message FMHIE814, which states "Distribution path broken in document &1," typically occurs in the context of the Funds Management (FM) module. This error indicates that there is an issue with the distribution path of a document, meaning that the system cannot find a valid distribution path for the specified document.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Distribution Path: The distribution path for the document may not be defined or may have been deleted.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration settings for the Funds Management module may not be set up correctly, leading to broken links in the distribution path.
  Document Changes: Changes made to the document after it was created (e.g., changes in the budget or fund center) may have invalidated the original distribution path.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the distribution path.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Distribution Path: Verify if the distribution path for the document exists and is correctly configured. You can do this by navigating to the relevant configuration settings in the SAP system.
  Recreate Distribution Path: If the distribution path is missing or broken, you may need to recreate it. This can involve reassigning the document to a valid distribution path.
  Review Document Changes: If the document has been modified, review the changes to ensure that they do not conflict with the existing distribution path.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access and modify the distribution path.
  Consult SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes such as FMX1 (Create Document), FMX2 (Change Document), or FMX3 (Display Document) to manage funds management documents.
  Configuration Settings: Review the configuration settings in the Funds Management module, particularly those related to budget distribution and document processing.
  SAP Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or consulting with an SAP expert who specializes in the Funds Management module.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.