How To Fix DFS_FMPO_COMMON017 - FMPO &1 does not exist.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: DFS_FMPO_COMMON - Message class for Flexible Material Planning Object

• Message number: 017

• Message text: FMPO &1 does not exist.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DFS_FMPO_COMMON017 - FMPO &1 does not exist. ?

  The SAP error message DFS_FMPO_COMMON017 indicates that a specific Fund Management (FM) object, in this case, a Fund Management Plan Object (FMPO), does not exist in the system. This error typically arises when trying to access or process a Fund Management object that has not been created or has been deleted.
  Cause:
  
  Non-Existent FMPO: The FMPO you are trying to access or reference does not exist in the database.
  Incorrect Input: The identifier or key for the FMPO may have been entered incorrectly.
  Data Deletion: The FMPO may have been deleted or archived, making it unavailable for current transactions.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or access the FMPO.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Verify FMPO Existence:
  
  Check if the FMPO exists in the system by using transaction codes like FMX1 (Create FMPO) or FMX2 (Change FMPO) to see if you can find the FMPO with the given identifier.
  
  
  
  Check Input Parameters:
  
  Ensure that the input parameters (like the FMPO number) are correct. Double-check for any typos or incorrect values.
  
  
  
  Review Deletion/Archiving:
  
  If the FMPO was deleted or archived, you may need to restore it or create a new one. Consult with your SAP administrator or the team responsible for data management.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to access the FMPO. If not, contact your SAP security team to get the required permissions.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for more details on managing FMPOs and troubleshooting related issues.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal IT support team for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes for Fund Management, such as:
  
  FMX1: Create FMPO
  FMX2: Change FMPO
  FMX3: Display FMPO
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Fund Management Configuration: Ensure that the Fund Management module is properly configured in your SAP system.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and take appropriate action to resolve it.