How To Fix FDM_AR_CUST206 - Navigation without data for the second maintenance level is not possible

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FDM_AR_CUST - FSCM-DM: Dispute Management Customizing (AR Process Integ.)

• Message number: 206

• Message text: Navigation without data for the second maintenance level is not possible

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FDM_AR_CUST206 - Navigation without data for the second maintenance level is not possible ?

  The SAP error message FDM_AR_CUST206 ("Navigation without data for the second maintenance level is not possible") typically occurs in the context of the Financial Data Management (FDM) module, particularly when dealing with customer master data or related financial documents. This error indicates that the system is unable to navigate to a second maintenance level because there is no data available for that level.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Data: The most common cause is that the required data for the second maintenance level is not available or has not been maintained in the system.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the FDM settings that prevent the system from accessing the necessary data.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or navigate the data at the second maintenance level.
  System Bugs: Occasionally, this error can be caused by bugs or inconsistencies in the SAP system.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Data Maintenance:
  
  Ensure that all necessary data for the second maintenance level is correctly maintained in the system. This may involve checking customer master records or related financial documents.
  Use transaction codes like FD01, FD02, or FD03 to maintain customer data.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration settings in the FDM module to ensure that the second maintenance level is properly set up.
  Consult with your SAP Basis or FDM configuration team to verify that all necessary settings are in place.
  
  
  
  User Authorizations:
  
  Verify that the user encountering the error has the appropriate authorizations to access the second maintenance level.
  If necessary, work with your security team to adjust user roles and permissions.
  
  
  
  System Logs and Notes:
  
  Check the system logs for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about the issue.
  Look for SAP Notes related to this error message in the SAP Support Portal, as there may be patches or updates that address the issue.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  If changes are made, conduct tests to ensure that the issue is resolved and that navigation to the second maintenance level is functioning as expected.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for FDM and customer master data management for more detailed information on data maintenance and configuration.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they have found.
  SAP Support: If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.