How To Fix FCOM_BUDMON_PROXY018 - Cost center &1 not in personalization of user &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FCOM_BUDMON_PROXY - Messages for BudgetMonitoringRule-Proxies

• Message number: 018

• Message text: Cost center &1 not in personalization of user &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FCOM_BUDMON_PROXY018 - Cost center &1 not in personalization of user &2 ?

  The SAP error message FCOM_BUDMON_PROXY018 indicates that a specific cost center (represented by &1) is not included in the personalization settings of the user (represented by &2). This error typically occurs in the context of budget monitoring or financial reporting where user-specific settings are required to access certain cost centers.
  Cause:
  
  User Personalization Settings: The user has not personalized their settings to include the specified cost center. Personalization allows users to define which cost centers they want to work with, and if a cost center is not included, the system will throw this error.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the specified cost center, which can also lead to similar error messages.
  Cost Center Configuration: The cost center may not be properly configured in the system, or it may not exist in the current fiscal year or period.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Update User Personalization:
  
  Navigate to the personalization settings for the user. This can typically be done through the user profile or settings menu in the SAP GUI.
  Add the missing cost center to the user's personalization list. This may involve selecting the cost center from a list or entering it manually.
  Save the changes and try to access the functionality again.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the cost center. This may involve checking the user's roles and authorizations in the SAP system.
  If necessary, work with your SAP security team to grant the required access.
  
  
  
  Verify Cost Center Configuration:
  
  Check if the cost center exists in the system and is active for the relevant fiscal year and period.
  If the cost center is missing or inactive, it may need to be created or activated by a user with the appropriate permissions.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes such as KS01 (Create Cost Center), KS02 (Change Cost Center), or KS03 (Display Cost Center) to manage cost centers.
  User Personalization: The personalization settings can often be accessed through the user menu or by using transaction SU01 (User Maintenance) to view and edit user profiles.
  Authorization Objects: Check for relevant authorization objects such as K_CCACTVT (Activity in Cost Center Accounting) to ensure the user has the right permissions.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or refer to SAP documentation for further troubleshooting.