How To Fix G00252 - Where-applied indicator not defined in the master record for FS item &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: G00 - SAP Consolidation

• Message number: 252

• Message text: Where-applied indicator not defined in the master record for FS item &1

What causes this issue?

The master record of <DS:GLOS.financial_statement_item>financial
statement item</> <ZH>&V1&</> in
<DS:GLOS.consolidation_chart_of_accounts>consolidation chart of
accounts</> <ZH>&V2&</> is incomplete.

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?

Do one of the following:
Use a different cons chart as the reference for the group chart of
accounts.
Complete the master data definition of cons chart <ZH>&V2&</> and use
this cons chart.
If you decide to do the second option, use the following procedure:
RESET N1
Go to Customizing of Consolidation and specify cons chart <ZH>&V2&</>
in the global parameters.
Edit the hierarchies for the cons chart and find out which item master
records are incomplete. (You can find the legend of colors under
<ZH>Utilities</>).
Complete the master records and restart the program for transferring
the cons chart of accounts.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message G00252 - Where-applied indicator not defined in the master record for FS item &1 ?

  The SAP error message G00252 indicates that the "where-applied indicator" is not defined in the master record for a financial statement (FS) item. This error typically arises in the context of financial accounting and reporting, particularly when dealing with financial statement items that require specific indicators for proper processing.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when:
  
  A financial statement item is being processed, but the system cannot find a corresponding "where-applied indicator" in the master record.
  The FS item is expected to have a specific configuration that has not been set up correctly in the system.
  There may be missing or incomplete configuration in the financial statement item settings.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the G00252 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check FS Item Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for the financial statement items in your SAP system.
  Ensure that the "where-applied indicator" is defined for the FS item in question. This can typically be done in the Financial Accounting (FI) module under the relevant settings for financial statement items.
  
  
  
  Maintain Master Data:
  
  Access the master record for the FS item (transaction code: FS00 or similar).
  Verify that all required fields, including the "where-applied indicator," are filled out correctly.
  
  
  
  Review Related Customizing Settings:
  
  Check the customizing settings in the SAP system to ensure that the financial statement items are properly defined and linked to the correct indicators.
  You may need to consult with your SAP FI consultant or system administrator to ensure that the configuration aligns with your organization's accounting practices.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, perform a test transaction to see if the error persists.
  If the error is resolved, document the changes made for future reference.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help files for more detailed information on financial statement item configuration and the "where-applied indicator."
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as FS00 (to maintain FS items) and OBY6 (to configure financial statement versions).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to financial statement items and their configurations.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to engage with SAP support or a qualified SAP consultant for further assistance.