How To Fix FI312 - Commitment item &1 for G/L account &2 not created

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FI - TR-FM Funds Management

• Message number: 312

• Message text: Commitment item &1 for G/L account &2 not created

What causes this issue?

As cash budget management is active for CO in this company code,
you must enter a commitment item.

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 or store one in the G/L account master.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FI312 - Commitment item &1 for G/L account &2 not created ?

  The SAP error message FI312 indicates that a commitment item for a General Ledger (G/L) account has not been created. This error typically arises in the context of public sector accounting or when using the Funds Management (FM) module in SAP. Here’s a breakdown of the cause, potential solutions, and related information:
  Cause:
  
  Missing Commitment Item: The specific commitment item (CI) that is referenced in the error message has not been defined for the specified G/L account in the system.
  Configuration Issues: There may be a configuration issue in the Funds Management module where the mapping between G/L accounts and commitment items is not properly set up.
  Incorrect Account Assignment: The transaction being processed may not have the correct account assignment or may be using an account that is not allowed for the specified commitment item.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Create Commitment Item:
  
  Navigate to the configuration settings in SAP for Funds Management.
  Create the missing commitment item for the specified G/L account. This can typically be done in the transaction code FMX1 (for creating commitment items) or through the customizing path:
  
  SPRO > Public Sector Management > Funds Management > Master Data > Commitment Items > Define Commitment Items.
  
  
  Ensure that the commitment item is properly linked to the G/L account.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Verify the configuration settings for the G/L account in the transaction code FS00 (G/L Account Master Data).
  Ensure that the G/L account is assigned to the correct commitment item category.
  
  
  
  Review Account Assignment:
  
  Check the account assignment in the transaction that triggered the error. Ensure that the correct commitment item is being used and that it is valid for the G/L account in question.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or consult with your SAP support team for specific guidelines related to your organization's configuration and setup.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  FMX1: Create Commitment Item
  FS00: G/L Account Master Data
  FBL3N: G/L Account Line Item Display (to check transactions related to the G/L account)
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  
  
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to create or modify commitment items and G/L accounts.
  
  
  Testing: After making changes, perform a test transaction to ensure that the error is resolved and that the commitment item is functioning as expected.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the FI312 error and ensure that the necessary commitment items are created and properly configured in your SAP system.