How To Fix FMKU212 - Order of hierarchy levels invalid; change the order

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FMKU - FM budgeting, kernel utilities

• Message number: 212

• Message text: Order of hierarchy levels invalid; change the order

What causes this issue?

The order of the hierarchy levels that you have entered in the layout
section is invalid.

System Response

The system stops processing.

How to fix this error?

Enter a hierarchy level order according to the following principles:
The lowest value equals one (1).
The entered values form a sequence.

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.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FMKU212 - Order of hierarchy levels invalid; change the order ?

  The SAP error message FMKU212 ("Order of hierarchy levels invalid; change the order") typically occurs in the context of Funds Management (FM) when there is an issue with the hierarchy levels defined for a particular structure, such as a budget structure or a funds center hierarchy. This error indicates that the order of the hierarchy levels does not conform to the expected structure defined in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Hierarchy Configuration: The hierarchy levels may not be set up correctly in the system. This could be due to manual errors during configuration or changes made to the hierarchy that were not properly reflected in the system.
  Inconsistent Level Order: The order of the hierarchy levels may not follow the required sequence. For example, a higher-level node may be placed after a lower-level node, which violates the hierarchical structure.
  Missing Levels: There may be missing levels in the hierarchy that are required for the proper functioning of the funds management process.
  
  Solution:
  
  Review Hierarchy Configuration: Check the configuration of the hierarchy levels in the SAP system. Ensure that they are set up correctly according to the business requirements.
  Adjust Level Order: If the order of the hierarchy levels is incorrect, you will need to change the order. This can typically be done in the configuration settings for the hierarchy.
  Validate Hierarchy Structure: Use transaction codes like FMHIER or FMHIERARCHY to review and validate the hierarchy structure. Make sure that all levels are correctly defined and in the right order.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or guidelines for setting up hierarchies in Funds Management to ensure compliance with best practices.
  Testing: After making changes, perform tests to ensure that the error is resolved and that the hierarchy functions as expected.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as FMHIER, FMHIERARCHY, or FMAVCR01 for managing and reviewing hierarchies.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. SAP Notes can provide additional insights or solutions.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to the hierarchy configuration.
  Consult with SAP Support: If the issue persists after attempting the above solutions, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the FMKU212 error and implement the necessary changes to resolve it.