How To Fix CMACACCOUNTING_AC020 - Fee category & does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CMACACCOUNTING_AC - Messages for Campus Management Student Accounting

• Message number: 020

• Message text: Fee category & does not exist

What causes this issue?

Define this fee category in Customizing for <LS>Campus Management</> in
the IMG activity <DS:SIMG.CM_XX_180>Define Student Fee Categories</>.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CMACACCOUNTING_AC020 - Fee category & does not exist ?

  The SAP error message CMACACCOUNTING_AC020 typically indicates that a specified fee category does not exist in the system. This error is often encountered in the context of account management or financial transactions where a fee category is required for processing.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Fee Category: The fee category specified in the transaction or configuration does not exist in the system.
  Incorrect Configuration: The fee category may not have been set up correctly in the system or may have been deleted.
  Data Entry Error: There may be a typographical error in the fee category code being used.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary permissions to access the fee category.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Fee Category Configuration:
  
  Navigate to the configuration settings for fee categories in SAP.
  Verify that the fee category in question is defined and active.
  If it is missing, you may need to create it or restore it if it was deleted.
  
  
  
  Correct Data Entry:
  
  Double-check the fee category code entered in the transaction.
  Ensure that there are no typographical errors or incorrect references.
  
  
  
  Review User Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary permissions to access and use the fee category.
  If needed, consult with your SAP security team to adjust user roles and authorizations.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific details on fee category setup and management.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP Notes for any known issues related to this error.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like SPRO (for configuration) or SE11 (for data dictionary) to check the definitions and settings related to fee categories.
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may provide additional insights or patches related to this error.
  Documentation: Review the SAP Help Portal for detailed information on fee management and accounting processes.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement the necessary solutions to resolve it.