How To Fix USMDZ3214 - &1 &2 The consolidation area you selected cannot be used

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: USMDZ3 - Nachrichtenklasse zum UI des User-Interfaces

• Message number: 214

• Message text: &1 &2 The consolidation area you selected cannot be used

What causes this issue?

The selected consolidation area cannot be used because item hierarchies
have already been created for the same chart of accounts and these item
hierarchies are assigned to a different consolidation area.

System Response

The item hierarchy cannot be created.

How to fix this error?

Select a different consolidation area.

Procedure for System Administrators

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message USMDZ3214 - &1 &2 The consolidation area you selected cannot be used ?

  The SAP error message USMDZ3214 indicates that the consolidation area you selected cannot be used. This error typically arises in the context of SAP's Consolidation module, which is part of the SAP Financials suite. Here are some potential causes, solutions, and related information for this error:
  Causes:
  
  Inactive Consolidation Area: The consolidation area you are trying to use may not be active or may have been deactivated.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the selected consolidation area.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the system that prevent the consolidation area from being used.
  Data Locking: The consolidation area might be locked due to ongoing processes or transactions.
  Incorrect Selection: The consolidation area selected may not be appropriate for the current operation or context.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Activation Status:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for the consolidation area and ensure that it is active. You can do this in the SAP GUI by navigating to the relevant configuration transaction (e.g., transaction code OBY6 for consolidation areas).
  
  
  
  Review User Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the consolidation area. This can be checked in the user roles and profiles assigned to the user.
  
  
  
  Verify Configuration:
  
  Review the configuration settings for the consolidation area to ensure that all required settings are correctly defined. This may involve checking the settings in the SAP Customizing Implementation Guide (IMG).
  
  
  
  Check for Data Locks:
  
  Investigate if there are any ongoing processes that might be locking the consolidation area. You can use transaction codes like SM12 to check for locks.
  
  
  
  Select the Correct Area:
  
  Double-check that the consolidation area you are trying to use is appropriate for the task you are performing. Ensure that you are not trying to use a consolidation area that is not relevant to the current operation.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error message. SAP Notes often provide patches or additional guidance for known issues.
  Documentation: Review the official SAP documentation for the Consolidation module to understand the requirements and configurations for consolidation areas.
  Community Forums: Consider searching or posting in SAP community forums or discussion boards, as other users may have encountered and resolved similar issues.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a consultant who specializes in SAP Financials and Consolidation.