How To Fix FCML102 - A run reference was not found for accounting principle &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FCML - Message Class FCML

• Message number: 102

• Message text: A run reference was not found for accounting principle &1

What causes this issue?

A run reference was not found for accounting principle <(>&<)>V1<(>&<)>.

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?

In transaction CKMLCP, maintain a run reference for a COGM run and
assign accounting principle <(>&<)>V1<(>&<)> to this run reference.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FCML102 - A run reference was not found for accounting principle &1 ?

  The SAP error message FCML102, which states "A run reference was not found for accounting principle &1," typically occurs in the context of financial accounting and is related to the management of run references in the SAP system. This error can arise in various scenarios, particularly when dealing with financial closing processes, such as during the execution of a financial run or when trying to access specific financial data.
  Cause:
  
  
  Missing Run Reference: The primary cause of this error is that the system cannot find a run reference for the specified accounting principle. This can happen if:
  
  The run has not been executed yet.
  The run reference has been deleted or not created properly.
  There is a mismatch in the accounting principles being used.
  
  
  
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be configuration issues in the financial accounting settings that prevent the system from recognizing the run reference.
  
  
  Data Inconsistencies: There could be inconsistencies in the data that prevent the system from linking the run reference to the accounting principle.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Run Execution: Ensure that the financial run for the specified accounting principle has been executed. If it has not been executed, you will need to run the relevant financial process.
  
  
  Verify Run Reference: Check if the run reference exists in the system. You can do this by navigating to the relevant transaction or report that deals with run references and confirming that the expected run is listed.
  
  
  Review Configuration: Go through the configuration settings for the accounting principles in the SAP system. Ensure that all necessary settings are correctly configured and that there are no discrepancies.
  
  
  Recreate Run Reference: If the run reference is missing or has been deleted, you may need to recreate it by executing the relevant financial process again.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific details on the transaction or process you are working with, as there may be additional steps or considerations based on your specific SAP version or configuration.
  
  
  Check for Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to access the run references and execute the financial processes.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as F.01 (Financial Statements), F.16 (Run Reference), or others that may be pertinent to your financial processes.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions for common problems.
  Support: If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the FCML102 error and implement a solution to resolve it.