How To Fix FI887 - Criterion &1 does not exist for criteria category &2

FI887 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FI - TR-FM Funds Management

• Message number: 887

• Message text: Criterion &1 does not exist for criteria category &2

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FI887 - Details

• The SAP error message FI887, which states "Criterion &1 does not exist for criteria category &2," typically occurs in the context of financial accounting or controlling when a specific criterion is expected but not found in the system. This error can arise in various scenarios, such as during the execution of reports, postings, or when trying to access certain functionalities related to financial transactions.
  
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The specified criterion (e.g., a specific account, cost center, or other financial element) has not been defined in the system for the given criteria category.
  Incorrect Input: The user may have entered an incorrect or invalid criterion or criteria category.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the master data or configuration settings that lead to the criterion not being recognized.
  Transport Issues: If the system has recently undergone a transport of configuration changes, the necessary criteria may not have been transported correctly.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
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