How To Fix F6590 - Data maybe already posted on funds center &1 &2 in FY &3 or &4 exists

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: F6 - Funds Management Master Data Maintenance

• Message number: 590

• Message text: Data maybe already posted on funds center &1 &2 in FY &3 or &4 exists

What causes this issue?

You change the validity period for funds center &2 in FM area &1. Either
the start or the end (or both) of the new validity periods is/are in the
same fiscal year as the old.
It is possible that transaction data is already posted against the funds
center in the fiscal year, but outside the new validity period.

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?

For more detailed information, call the error log using transaction
SLG1.

Procedure for System Administrators

You can issue this message either as an error (E) or warning (W), or you
can configure the message so that it is not displayed at all.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message F6590 - Data maybe already posted on funds center &1 &2 in FY &3 or &4 exists ?

  The SAP error message F6590 indicates that there is an issue related to fund management, specifically concerning the posting of data to a funds center. This error typically arises when there is an attempt to post a transaction that conflicts with existing postings in the specified fiscal years.
  Cause:
  The error message F6590 is triggered when:
  
  Duplicate Posting: There is an attempt to post a transaction to a funds center that has already been posted in the specified fiscal year.
  Fiscal Year Conflict: The transaction you are trying to post is in conflict with existing data for the specified funds center in the given fiscal years.
  Data Integrity: The system is designed to maintain data integrity and prevent double postings or inconsistencies in financial reporting.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Existing Postings:
  
  Review the existing postings for the specified funds center and fiscal years. You can use transaction codes like FBL3N (for G/L account line items) or FMAVCR01 (for funds management) to check for any existing entries.
  
  
  
  Adjust Posting:
  
  If you find that the data has already been posted, you may need to adjust your posting. This could involve reversing the previous entry or modifying the current transaction to avoid the conflict.
  
  
  
  Consult with Finance Team:
  
  If you are unsure about the existing postings or how to proceed, consult with your finance or accounting team. They may have insights into the transactions and can help determine the best course of action.
  
  
  
  Use Correct Fiscal Year:
  
  Ensure that you are posting to the correct fiscal year. If you are trying to post to a closed fiscal year, you may need to open it or post to the current open fiscal year.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  If this error occurs frequently, it may be worth checking the configuration settings in SAP related to funds management and posting periods to ensure they are set up correctly.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as:
  
  FBL3N: Display G/L Account Line Items
  FMAVCR01: Display Actual/Commitment Line Items
  FB03: Display Document
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for additional guidance or patches that may address the issue.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation on Funds Management to understand the implications of postings and how to manage funds centers effectively.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and take appropriate action to resolve it.