How To Fix F6020 - Simultaneous maintaining of chart of items and FM area not allowed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: F6 - Funds Management Master Data Maintenance

• Message number: 020

• Message text: Simultaneous maintaining of chart of items and FM area not allowed

What causes this issue?

You want to maintain or create an object in the chart of commitment
items which has already been maintained or created in the assigned FM
area.
You want to maintain or create an object in the FM area which has
already been maintained or created in the assigned chart of commitment
items.

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?

Wait until the object has been released.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message F6020 - Simultaneous maintaining of chart of items and FM area not allowed ?

  The SAP error message F6020, which states "Simultaneous maintaining of chart of items and FM area not allowed," typically occurs in the context of managing financial data in SAP, particularly when dealing with Funds Management (FM) and the Chart of Accounts (CoA).
  Cause:
  This error arises when there is an attempt to maintain or modify data in both the Chart of Items and the Funds Management area at the same time. In SAP, certain configurations and data entries are mutually exclusive, meaning that you cannot edit or maintain them simultaneously. This is often due to:
  
  Configuration Issues: The system is set up in a way that does not allow simultaneous changes to both areas.
  Data Entry Errors: Users may inadvertently try to enter or modify data in both areas at the same time.
  Transaction Type: The transaction being executed may not support simultaneous updates to both the Chart of Items and the FM area.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Transaction Type: Ensure that you are using the correct transaction for the operation you are trying to perform. If you are trying to maintain data in both areas, consider separating the tasks.
  
  
  Review Configuration: Check the configuration settings in the SAP system related to the Chart of Accounts and Funds Management. Ensure that they are set up correctly and that there are no conflicting settings.
  
  
  Sequential Processing: If you need to update both the Chart of Items and the FM area, do so in separate transactions. First, complete the changes in one area, save them, and then proceed to the other area.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidelines on maintaining the Chart of Items and FM area. This can provide insights into the correct procedures and any limitations.
  
  
  User Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to perform the actions you are attempting. Sometimes, lack of proper permissions can lead to unexpected errors.
  
  
  Contact Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with SAP support for further assistance. They may provide insights specific to your system configuration.
  
  
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