How To Fix CMAC_FEE_CALC515 - No main transaction/subtransaction exists for the sponsor for key &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CMAC_FEE_CALC - Messages for Student Accounting

• Message number: 515

• Message text: No main transaction/subtransaction exists for the sponsor for key &

What causes this issue?

The system could not derive the main transaction and subtransaction for
key &V1&. This key is composed of the following values:
<DS:DE.CMAC_AID_TYPE>Grant type</>
<DS:DE.CMAC_STSMA>Grants management system</>
<DS:DE.CMAC_AID_STATUS>Grant status</>
<DS:DE.PIQSTGRP>Student group</>
<DS:DE.PIQSTFEECAT>Student fee category</>
<DS:DE.CMAC_PAYRULE>Co-payable check</> (US-specific)
<DS:DE.CMAC_AMODE>Grant evaluation mode</>

System Response

The system has terminated posting.

Procedure for System Administrators

Define the main transaction and subtransaction for the sponsor. You
make this setting im Customizing for <LS>Campus Management</> in the
IMG activity
<DS:SIMG.CM_AS_XX_306>Define Main Transactions and Subtransactions for
Grant Evaluation</>.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CMAC_FEE_CALC515 - No main transaction/subtransaction exists for the sponsor for key & ?

  The SAP error message CMAC_FEE_CALC515 indicates that there is no main transaction or subtransaction associated with the sponsor for the specified key. This error typically arises in the context of fee calculation processes, particularly in modules related to contract management or financial transactions.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The main transaction or subtransaction for the sponsor may not be configured in the system. This could be due to incomplete setup or missing entries in the relevant tables.
  Incorrect Key: The key specified in the error message may not correspond to any existing main transaction or subtransaction in the system.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the data, such as missing relationships between sponsors and transactions.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the main transaction or subtransaction.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Verify that the main transaction and subtransaction are correctly configured for the sponsor in the relevant configuration settings. This can typically be done in the customizing settings of the SAP system.
  Ensure that the necessary entries exist in the relevant tables (e.g., TCMAC_MAIN, TCMAC_SUB).
  
  
  
  Validate the Key:
  
  Check the key provided in the error message to ensure it is correct and corresponds to an existing main transaction/subtransaction.
  Use transaction codes like SE11 (Data Dictionary) or SE16 (Data Browser) to look up the key in the relevant tables.
  
  
  
  Data Consistency Check:
  
  Perform a data consistency check to ensure that all necessary relationships between sponsors and transactions are correctly established.
  If there are discrepancies, you may need to correct the data or re-establish the relationships.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that the user encountering the error has the necessary authorizations to access the main transaction and subtransaction.
  Check the user roles and profiles to confirm that they include the required permissions.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to the specific module you are working with for any additional troubleshooting steps or known issues.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP Notes for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SE11, SE16, and SPRO for configuration and data checks.
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to CMAC_FEE_CALC515 for any specific patches or updates that may address this issue.
  Documentation: Review the SAP Help Portal for detailed information on fee calculation processes and configuration settings.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement the necessary solutions to resolve it.