How To Fix HL618 - No entry without a main structure found for book structure &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HL - IWB: Help Links

• Message number: 618

• Message text: No entry without a main structure found for book structure &1

What causes this issue?

An assignment for &V1& already existed. You have changed the usage type
of <LS>Substructure</> into <LS>Book Structure</> without refreshing
the existing assignment. Therefore no entry without the main structure
can be found in the business function assignment.

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?

To refresh existing assignments, select the line and choose <LS>Entry ->
Refresh Main Structure(s)</>, or choose <LS>Entry -> Repair</>.
You can also change the usage type of the structure in the info object
list.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HL618 - No entry without a main structure found for book structure &1 ?

  The SAP error message HL618 "No entry without a main structure found for book structure &1" typically occurs in the context of financial accounting or controlling when there is an issue with the configuration of the book structure in the system. This error indicates that the system is unable to find a main structure associated with the specified book structure.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The main structure for the specified book structure has not been defined in the system.
  Incorrect Book Structure: The book structure being referenced may not be correctly set up or may not exist.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the configuration data, such as missing entries or incorrect settings.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the required configuration.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for the book structure in the SAP system.
  Ensure that the main structure is defined for the book structure in question.
  You can check this in the SPRO transaction under Financial Accounting (FI) or Controlling (CO) settings.
  
  
  
  Define Main Structure:
  
  If the main structure is missing, you will need to create it. This can typically be done in the configuration settings where you define the book structures.
  Make sure to assign the correct main structure to the book structure.
  
  
  
  Review Book Structure:
  
  Verify that the book structure you are trying to use is correctly set up and active.
  Check for any typos or discrepancies in the book structure name.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access and modify the book structure settings.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on configuring book structures and main structures.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the transaction again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like SPRO (for configuration), OBY6 (for defining book structures), or other relevant codes depending on your specific SAP module.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Support: If the issue persists after checking the configuration, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the HL618 error and ensure that your book structures are correctly configured in SAP.