How To Fix KM158 - Balance sheet/profit + loss structure & does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KM - Error messages for Profit Center Accounting

• Message number: 158

• Message text: Balance sheet/profit + loss structure & does not exist

What causes this issue?

The balance sheet/profit and loss structure &V1& does not exist.

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 you entry or create the structure &V1& again.
<DS:TRAN.OB58>Create structure</>

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KM158 - Balance sheet/profit + loss structure & does not exist ?

  The SAP error message KM158 indicates that there is an issue with the balance sheet or profit and loss (P&L) structure in the system. This error typically arises when the system cannot find the specified structure for the balance sheet or P&L statement that you are trying to access or generate.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Structure: The specified balance sheet or P&L structure has not been defined in the system.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration settings for the financial statement version may not be set up correctly.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the financial statement version.
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies or errors in the underlying data that prevent the structure from being recognized.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Structure Definition:
  
  Go to the transaction code OB58 (for balance sheet) or OB59 (for P&L) to check if the financial statement version is defined.
  Ensure that the structure you are trying to use is correctly set up and exists in the system.
  
  
  
  Create or Modify Structure:
  
  If the structure does not exist, you may need to create it. Use the appropriate transaction code to define a new financial statement version.
  If it exists but is not configured correctly, modify it to ensure it meets your requirements.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration settings in SPRO (SAP Reference IMG) under Financial Accounting (FI) > Financial Statements > Define Financial Statement Versions.
  Ensure that all necessary settings are correctly configured.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the financial statement version. This can be done by checking the user roles and authorizations in the user management area.
  
  
  
  Data Consistency Check:
  
  Run any necessary data consistency checks to ensure that there are no underlying issues with the data that could be causing the error.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for additional guidance on setting up financial statement versions and troubleshooting related issues.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: OB58, OB59, SPRO
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to this error message.
  User Roles: Ensure that the user has the correct roles assigned in the SAP system to access financial reporting functionalities.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a consultant who specializes in SAP Financial Accounting.