How To Fix FMHIE_CHGCHK_CUST017 - No hierarchy ID assigned to the posting address

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FMHIE_CHGCHK_CUST - Customizable Messages for BCS Hierarchy Change

• Message number: 017

• Message text: No hierarchy ID assigned to the posting address

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FMHIE_CHGCHK_CUST017 - No hierarchy ID assigned to the posting address ?

  The SAP error message FMHIE_CHGCHK_CUST017 indicates that there is no hierarchy ID assigned to the posting address in the context of Funds Management (FM). This error typically arises when you are trying to post a transaction that requires a hierarchy ID for the specified address, but none has been assigned.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Hierarchy ID: The posting address does not have a hierarchy ID assigned in the system.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues in the configuration of the Funds Management module, particularly related to the assignment of hierarchy IDs to addresses.
  Data Entry Errors: The address being used in the transaction may not be correctly set up or may have been incorrectly entered.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Address Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code OBY6 (or the relevant configuration transaction) to check the configuration of the posting address.
  Ensure that the address in question has a hierarchy ID assigned.
  
  
  
  Assign Hierarchy ID:
  
  If the hierarchy ID is missing, you will need to assign a valid hierarchy ID to the posting address.
  This can typically be done in the configuration settings for Funds Management under the relevant hierarchy settings.
  
  
  
  Review Master Data:
  
  Check the master data for the posting address to ensure that it is correctly set up.
  You can use transaction codes like FMX1 (for creating funds center) or FMX2 (for changing funds center) to review and update the master data.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help files related to Funds Management and hierarchy settings for additional guidance.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, perform a test transaction to ensure that the error has been resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as FMX1, FMX2, OBY6, and others related to Funds Management.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for additional troubleshooting steps or patches.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to the configuration and master data.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant specializing in Funds Management for further assistance.