How To Fix FI306 - No commitment item assigned to G/L account &/&, or assignment not valid

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FI - TR-FM Funds Management

• Message number: 306

• Message text: No commitment item assigned to G/L account &/&, or assignment not valid

What causes this issue?

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

System Response

How to fix this error?

Assign a postable commitment item to the G/L account.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FI306 - No commitment item assigned to G/L account &/&, or assignment not valid ?

  The SAP error message FI306 ("No commitment item assigned to G/L account &/&, or assignment not valid") typically occurs in the context of financial accounting and controlling when there is an attempt to post a transaction that requires a commitment item, but the specified General Ledger (G/L) account does not have a commitment item assigned to it.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Commitment Item: The G/L account you are trying to use does not have a commitment item assigned in the system.
  Invalid Assignment: The combination of the G/L account and the commitment item is not valid or does not exist in the configuration.
  Configuration Issues: The settings in the controlling area or the G/L account may not be properly configured to allow for the assignment of commitment items.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check G/L Account Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code FS00 (G/L Account Master Record) and check the configuration of the G/L account in question.
  Ensure that the commitment item is assigned to the G/L account in the relevant controlling area.
  
  
  
  Assign Commitment Item:
  
  If the commitment item is not assigned, you can assign it by editing the G/L account master record. Make sure to enter the correct commitment item that corresponds to the nature of the account.
  
  
  
  Validate Assignment:
  
  Ensure that the combination of the G/L account and the commitment item is valid. You can check this in the configuration settings under SPRO (Customizing) > Controlling > General Controlling > Commitment Management > Define Commitment Items.
  
  
  
  Check Transaction Type:
  
  Ensure that the transaction you are trying to post is appropriate for the G/L account and commitment item being used. Some accounts may have restrictions on the types of transactions that can be posted.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or consult with your SAP support team for specific guidelines related to your organization's configuration.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Commitment Management: This is a feature in SAP that allows organizations to track commitments against budgets. It is often used in public sector accounting and project management.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as FS00 (G/L Account Master), OBY6 (G/L Account Assignment), and SPRO (Customizing).
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues or provide updates related to this error message.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to engage with your SAP support team or a consultant who specializes in SAP FI/CO for further assistance.