How To Fix /ACCGO/INV_UPDATE114 - Obligation ID is empty for batch ID &1, GM document &2, GM item &3

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /ACCGO/INV_UPDATE -

• Message number: 114

• Message text: Obligation ID is empty for batch ID &1, GM document &2, GM item &3

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /ACCGO/INV_UPDATE114 - Obligation ID is empty for batch ID &1, GM document &2, GM item &3 ?

  The SAP error message /ACCGO/INV_UPDATE114 indicates that there is an issue with the obligation ID being empty for a specific batch ID, GM document, and GM item. This error typically arises in the context of the SAP Public Sector Management (PSM) module, particularly when dealing with grants management (GM) and budgetary control.
  Cause:
  
  
  Missing Obligation ID: The primary cause of this error is that the system expects an obligation ID to be present for the specified batch ID, GM document, and GM item, but it is not found. This can happen if:
  
  The obligation was not created or was deleted.
  There is a configuration issue in the system.
  Data inconsistencies or corruption in the database.
  
  
  
  Incorrect Configuration: If the system is not properly configured to handle obligations for the specified GM document type, it may lead to this error.
  
  
  Data Entry Errors: Manual data entry errors during the creation of the GM document or related transactions can also lead to missing obligation IDs.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Obligation Creation: Verify if the obligation ID was created for the specified GM document and item. You can do this by:
  
  Navigating to the relevant transaction in SAP to check the obligations associated with the GM document.
  Ensuring that the obligation is correctly linked to the batch ID.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration: Check the configuration settings for the grants management module to ensure that obligations are set up correctly. This may involve:
  
  Reviewing the settings in the IMG (Implementation Guide) for Grants Management.
  Ensuring that the document types and item categories are correctly configured to allow for obligation creation.
  
  
  
  Data Consistency Check: Run data consistency checks to identify any inconsistencies in the database that may be causing the issue. This can involve:
  
  Using transaction codes like SE16 or SE11 to check the relevant database tables for missing or incorrect entries.
  
  
  
  Recreate the Obligation: If the obligation ID is indeed missing, you may need to recreate it. This can be done through the appropriate transaction for creating obligations in the GM module.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to this specific error message for additional troubleshooting steps or patches that may address the issue.
  
  
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance, especially if it appears to be a bug or a deeper system issue.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as:
  
  FMBB: For budgetary control.
  GMOB: For managing obligations in grants management.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to this error message in the SAP Support Portal, as they may provide specific fixes or workarounds.
  
  
  User Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed, providing insights or solutions from other users.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.