How To Fix FI311 - No commitment item entered in item & & &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FI - TR-FM Funds Management

• Message number: 311

• Message text: No commitment item entered in item & & &

What causes this issue?

The posted document contains at least one company code in which
<LS>Funds Management</>, <LS>Cash Budget Management</>, or <LS>Project
Cash Management</> is active. Therefore you must enter a commitment item
in all involved company codes.

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?

Enter a commitment item.
If you cannot enter a commitment item, check with your system
administrator that your account assignment derivation is adjusted so
that the system can automatically derive a commitment item from another
account assignment, or from the G/L or cost element.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FI311 - No commitment item entered in item & & & ?

  The SAP error message FI311 ("No commitment item entered in item & & &") typically occurs in the context of financial accounting and controlling when a commitment item is expected but not provided in a transaction. This error is often related to the posting of financial documents, such as purchase orders or invoices, where a commitment item is required for proper accounting.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Commitment Item: The most common cause of this error is that the commitment item (which is used to track budget consumption) has not been specified in the relevant line item of the document being processed.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the system where the commitment item is not set up correctly for the relevant account or transaction type.
  Document Type Restrictions: Certain document types may require commitment items, and if the document type being used does not allow for commitment items, this error may occur.
  Incorrect Account Assignment: The account assignment may not be correctly defined, leading to the absence of a commitment item.
  
  Solution:
  
  Enter Commitment Item: Ensure that a valid commitment item is entered in the relevant line item of the document. This can usually be done in the item details section of the transaction.
  Check Configuration: Review the configuration settings in the SAP system to ensure that commitment items are properly defined for the relevant accounts and transaction types. This may involve checking the settings in the Financial Accounting (FI) and Controlling (CO) modules.
  Review Document Type Settings: Check the settings for the document type being used to ensure that it allows for commitment items. If necessary, adjust the settings to permit commitment items.
  Account Assignment: Verify that the account assignment is correctly defined and that all required fields are filled out. This may include checking the cost center, internal order, or other relevant fields.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on the transaction you are working with, as there may be additional requirements or considerations.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as FB50 (General Ledger), ME21N (Create Purchase Order), or others depending on the context of the error.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary roles and authorizations to enter commitment items in the system.
  Testing: After making changes, test the transaction again to ensure that the error has been resolved.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in FI/CO for further assistance.