How To Fix 5C717 - Fund '&1' has the same PC assignment as fund '&2'

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 5C - HR: Messages for Switzerland

• Message number: 717

• Message text: Fund '&1' has the same PC assignment as fund '&2'

What causes this issue?

The PC assignment of <DS:DE.P02K_KASSE>fund</> &V1& was transfered
unchanged from model fund &V2&.
an individual processing plan and an individual PC parameter area
determination are to be set in the rule for a new fund. This is
especially the case if an SAP object (SAP namespace) is used as the
model.
In special cases - eg if several similar funds should be set by
definition - it can be sensible to have one with the model fund,
agreeing PC 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?

Maintain the PC assignment: Enter a <DS:DE.P02_PPLAN>processing_plan</>
and a <DS:DE.P02_PAFGR>parameter_area_determination_grouping</> in the
client namespace.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 5C717 - Fund '&1' has the same PC assignment as fund '&2' ?

  The SAP error message 5C717 indicates that there is a conflict in the assignment of the same PC (Profit Center) to two different funds. This typically occurs in the context of fund management within SAP, where each fund is expected to have a unique assignment to a profit center.
  Cause:
  The error arises when:
  
  Two different funds (in this case, Fund '&1' and Fund '&2') are assigned to the same profit center.
  This can happen due to incorrect configuration or data entry in the fund management settings.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Identify the Funds: Determine which funds are causing the conflict. The error message will provide the identifiers for the two funds involved.
  
  
  Check Profit Center Assignments:
  
  Go to the relevant configuration or transaction in SAP where fund assignments are managed (e.g., transaction code FMX1 for fund assignment).
  Review the profit center assignments for both funds.
  
  
  
  Modify Assignments:
  
  If both funds are indeed assigned to the same profit center, you will need to change the assignment for one of the funds to a different profit center.
  Ensure that the new profit center assignment aligns with your organization's financial structure and reporting requirements.
  
  
  
  Validate Changes: After making the necessary changes, validate that the funds are now correctly assigned to different profit centers and that the error no longer appears.
  
  
  Test Transactions: Perform a test transaction to ensure that the issue is resolved and that the funds can be processed without errors.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as FMX1 (Create Fund), FMX2 (Change Fund), and FMX3 (Display Fund) for managing fund assignments.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation or help files related to Fund Management and Profit Center Accounting for best practices and guidelines.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to fund assignments in the system.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in Fund Management and Profit Center Accounting.