How To Fix G0755 - An FS item cannot be on the same level as an FS item hierarchy

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: G0 - Messages for SAP Consolidation

• Message number: 755

• Message text: An FS item cannot be on the same level as an FS item hierarchy

What causes this issue?

You tried to insert FS item &V1& on the same level
<DS:GLOS.FS_item_hierarchy>FS item hierarchy</> &V2&. Items must be
assigned to item hierarchies (they must be on a lower level).

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?

Insert item &V1& beneath item hierarchy &V2& if required.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message G0755 - An FS item cannot be on the same level as an FS item hierarchy ?

  The SAP error message G0755, which states "An FS item cannot be on the same level as an FS item hierarchy," typically occurs in the context of Financial Statement (FS) item configuration within the SAP system. This error indicates that there is a structural issue with how financial statement items are organized in the hierarchy.
  Cause:
  The error arises when you attempt to assign a financial statement item (FS item) to a level in the hierarchy that is not appropriate. Specifically, it occurs when:
  
  An FS item is being defined at the same level as a hierarchy item, which is not allowed.
  There is a misconfiguration in the financial statement version (FSV) where FS items and hierarchy items are incorrectly placed.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check the Financial Statement Version (FSV):
  
  Go to the transaction code OB58 (or navigate through the menu: Financial Accounting > Financial Statement > Define Financial Statement Versions).
  Review the structure of the financial statement version you are working with.
  
  
  
  Review FS Item Hierarchy:
  
  Ensure that FS items are correctly assigned to their respective hierarchy levels.
  FS items should be placed under a hierarchy item, not at the same level as a hierarchy item.
  
  
  
  Adjust the Hierarchy:
  
  If you find that an FS item is incorrectly placed, you will need to move it to the appropriate level in the hierarchy.
  Make sure that all FS items are properly nested under their respective hierarchy items.
  
  
  
  Save Changes:
  
  After making the necessary adjustments, save your changes and try to execute the transaction again.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the changes, test the financial statement report to ensure that the error no longer appears.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  OB58: Define Financial Statement Versions
  FS00: Create/Change G/L Account Master Data (to check FS items)
  
  
  
  Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed guidelines on configuring financial statement versions and understanding the hierarchy of FS items.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes:
  
  Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address specific issues or bugs related to financial statement configurations.
  
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the G0755 error and ensure that your financial statement items are correctly structured within the hierarchy.