How To Fix IDCN115 - Enter Ref. Account Level Hierarchy and Ref. Chart of Accounts

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: IDCN -

• Message number: 115

• Message text: Enter Ref. Account Level Hierarchy and Ref. Chart of Accounts

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message IDCN115 - Enter Ref. Account Level Hierarchy and Ref. Chart of Accounts ?

  The SAP error message IDCN115, which states "Enter Ref. Account Level Hierarchy and Ref. Chart of Accounts," typically occurs in the context of financial accounting or controlling when there is an issue with the configuration of account hierarchies or chart of accounts in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The error usually arises when the system expects a reference account level hierarchy and a reference chart of accounts to be specified, but they are not provided or are incorrectly configured.
  Data Entry Error: It may also occur if the user is trying to create or modify a financial document or master data without specifying the necessary hierarchical structure or chart of accounts.
  Inconsistent Settings: If the settings for account hierarchies and charts of accounts are inconsistent or not aligned with the company code or controlling area, this error can be triggered.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings in SAP (transaction code SPRO).
  Navigate to the relevant sections for Financial Accounting (FI) or Controlling (CO) to ensure that the reference account level hierarchy and reference chart of accounts are properly defined.
  Ensure that the account hierarchy is assigned to the correct company code and that the chart of accounts is correctly linked.
  
  
  
  Data Entry:
  
  When entering data, ensure that you are providing the required reference account level hierarchy and chart of accounts in the relevant fields.
  If you are using a specific transaction, check if there are additional fields that need to be filled out.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on the configuration of account hierarchies and charts of accounts.
  If necessary, consult with your SAP administrator or a functional consultant who specializes in financial accounting or controlling.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, perform tests to ensure that the error does not reoccur. Create or modify a financial document to verify that the issue has been resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as OX15 (for chart of accounts) and OKEQ (for account hierarchy) to navigate the configuration settings.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  User Roles: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access and modify the relevant configurations.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to reach out to SAP support for further assistance.