How To Fix FCLM_BAM_MAINT284 - Cannot assign groups to non-sequential patterns in the current view

FCLM_BAM_MAINT284 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FCLM_BAM_MAINT -

• Message number: 284

• Message text: Cannot assign groups to non-sequential patterns in the current view

What causes this issue?

You have specified sequence value <LS>Non-Sequential</>, which defines
the approval pattern as a non-sequential pattern. You cannot assign
groups to non-sequential patterns in the <LS>Define Approval Patterns</>
view.

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?

If you want to assign groups to non-sequential patterns, in the
<LS>Maintain Non-Sequential Approval Patterns </>view, assign at least
two groups for each pattern.
If you want to define the pattern as a sequential pattern, specify a
step as the sequence value.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FCLM_BAM_MAINT284 - Cannot assign groups to non-sequential patterns in the current view ?

  The SAP error message FCLM_BAM_MAINT284 ("Cannot assign groups to non-sequential patterns in the current view") typically occurs in the context of the SAP Financial Closing cockpit or related applications where you are trying to assign groups to patterns that are not sequentially defined.
  
  Cause:
  This error usually arises due to one of the following reasons:
  
  
  Non-Sequential Patterns: The patterns you are trying to assign groups to are not defined in a sequential manner. In SAP, certain configurations require that patterns be defined in a specific order to maintain logical consistency.
  
  
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with how the patterns or groups are configured in the system. If the patterns are not set up correctly, the system will not allow you to assign groups.
  
  
  View Restrictions: The current view you are working in may have restrictions that prevent the assignment of groups to certain patterns.
  
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Pattern