How To Fix F6307 - You can only maintain commitment items without a criterion category

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: F6 - Funds Management Master Data Maintenance

• Message number: 307

• Message text: You can only maintain commitment items without a criterion category

What causes this issue?

You tried to maintain commitment items to which a criteria category has
been assigned in the hierarchy graphics. Here, however, you can only
maintain commitment items without criteria categories.

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?

Use transaction <DS:TRANS.FMPK>Maintain commitment item using
criteria</>.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message F6307 - You can only maintain commitment items without a criterion category ?

  The SAP error message F6307, "You can only maintain commitment items without a criterion category," typically occurs when you are trying to maintain or edit commitment items in the SAP system that are associated with a criterion category. This restriction is in place because certain commitment items are designed to be used in specific contexts and cannot be modified in the same way as those without a criterion category.
  Cause:
  
  Criterion Category: The commitment item you are trying to maintain is linked to a criterion category, which restricts modifications. Criterion categories are used to classify commitment items based on specific criteria, and they impose certain rules on how these items can be managed.
  Transaction Context: You may be in a transaction or process that does not allow changes to commitment items with a criterion category.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Commitment Item: Verify the commitment item you are trying to maintain. Ensure that it does not have an associated criterion category. You can do this by checking the configuration or settings for that commitment item in the SAP system.
  Use Different Commitment Item: If you need to maintain a commitment item, consider using one that does not have a criterion category. You may need to create a new commitment item or select an existing one that meets your requirements.
  Consult Documentation: Review the SAP documentation or help files related to commitment items and criterion categories to understand the rules and restrictions better.
  Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to maintain commitment items. Sometimes, restrictions can be due to user roles and permissions.
  Contact SAP Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP notes for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Commitment Items: These are used in public sector accounting to track budgetary commitments. They help in managing and monitoring budget execution.
  Criterion Categories: These are classifications that define how commitment items can be used and maintained within the SAP system.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes (like FMBB, FMX1, etc.) that are used for managing commitment items in SAP.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to address the error message F6307 and understand the underlying reasons for its occurrence.