How To Fix FI160 - Commitment item &1 &2 &3 does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FI - TR-FM Funds Management

• Message number: 160

• Message text: Commitment item &1 &2 &3 does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FI160 - Commitment item &1 &2 &3 does not exist ?

  The SAP error message FI160 indicates that a commitment item specified in a financial transaction does not exist in the system. This error typically arises in the context of budget control and financial accounting when trying to post a transaction that references a commitment item that has not been defined or is not active in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Non-Existent Commitment Item: The commitment item specified in the transaction does not exist in the system.
  Incorrect Configuration: The commitment item may not be properly configured in the relevant controlling area or fiscal year.
  Inactive Commitment Item: The commitment item may exist but is inactive for the specified fiscal year or controlling area.
  Data Entry Error: There may be a typographical error in the commitment item code entered in the transaction.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Commitment Item: Verify that the commitment item specified in the transaction exists in the system. You can do this by navigating to the relevant configuration or master data transaction (e.g., transaction code OBBP for commitment items).
  
  
  Create or Activate Commitment Item:
  
  If the commitment item does not exist, you will need to create it. This can typically be done in the configuration settings under the relevant controlling area.
  If the commitment item exists but is inactive, you may need to activate it for the relevant fiscal year or controlling area.
  
  
  
  Correct Data Entry: Double-check the transaction for any typographical errors in the commitment item code. Ensure that the correct code is being used.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Review the SAP documentation or consult with your SAP administrator to ensure that the commitment item is set up correctly according to your organization's financial management policies.
  
  
  Authorization Check: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to access and modify commitment items in the system.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as:
  
  OBBP: Maintain Commitment Items
  S_ALR_87013558: Budget Overview
  FMBB: Budgeting (for Funds Management)
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or updates related to commitment items and budget control.
  
  
  Training and Documentation: Consider reviewing training materials or documentation related to SAP Funds Management and Budget Control to better understand how commitment items are used and managed.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the FI160 error and ensure that your financial transactions can be processed correctly.