How To Fix IDCN159 - Account Level &1 has number of levels &2 higher then expected &3

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: IDCN -

• Message number: 159

• Message text: Account Level &1 has number of levels &2 higher then expected &3

What causes this issue?

When generating Account Level Hierarchy, number of levels has been set
to &V3& (press Ctrl + F1 to display attributes). However, Account Level
&V1& is on level &V2&. Check if it is correct.

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?

Check if the nesting is correct in the Account Level . Double click the
message to navigate to the node.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message IDCN159 - Account Level &1 has number of levels &2 higher then expected &3 ?

  The SAP error message IDCN159 typically relates to issues with account levels in the context of the SAP Controlling (CO) module, particularly when dealing with internal orders, cost centers, or profit centers. This error indicates that the account level specified in the configuration has more hierarchical levels than what the system expects.
  Cause:
  The error message IDCN159 is triggered when:
  
  The account structure defined in the system has a greater number of hierarchical levels than what is configured or expected for a particular account.
  There may be inconsistencies in the configuration of the account hierarchy, such as incorrect settings in the controlling area or master data.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Account Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for the relevant account (e.g., cost center, internal order).
  Verify the number of levels defined for the account in the configuration. Ensure that it matches the expected levels.
  
  
  
  Review Hierarchical Structure:
  
  Examine the hierarchical structure of the accounts involved. Ensure that the levels are correctly defined and that there are no discrepancies.
  
  
  
  Adjust Settings:
  
  If the account level is indeed higher than expected, you may need to adjust the configuration settings to align with the actual structure of the accounts.
  This may involve changing the number of levels allowed for the account in the configuration.
  
  
  
  Check Master Data:
  
  Review the master data for the accounts in question. Ensure that the data is consistent and adheres to the defined structure.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on configuring account levels and structures.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, perform tests to ensure that the error no longer occurs and that the system behaves as expected.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like OKKP (for controlling area settings) or KSV1 (for cost center planning) to access the relevant configuration settings.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for additional insights or patches that may address the issue.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP team for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the IDCN159 error in your SAP system.