How To Fix FI991 - Free item & could not be saved

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FI - TR-FM Funds Management

• Message number: 991

• Message text: Free item & could not be saved

What causes this issue?

Data base error

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?

You cannot use Cash Budget Management. Get details from the error log
and contact the hotline.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FI991 - Free item & could not be saved ?

  The SAP error message FI991, which states "Free item & could not be saved," typically occurs in the context of financial transactions, particularly when dealing with free items in invoices or accounting documents. This error can arise due to various reasons, and understanding the cause is essential for finding a solution.
  Causes:
  
  
  Free Item Configuration: The item in question may not be properly configured as a free item in the system. This can happen if the item is not marked correctly in the material master or if the pricing procedure does not allow for free items.
  
  
  Document Type Restrictions: Certain document types may not allow free items. If the document type being used does not support free items, this error can occur.
  
  
  Missing Account Assignment: Free items may require specific account assignments. If the necessary account assignment is missing or incorrect, the system may prevent the document from being saved.
  
  
  Validation Rules: There may be validation rules in place that prevent the saving of documents with free items under certain conditions.
  
  
  User Authorizations: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to create or modify documents containing free items.
  
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Item Configuration: Verify that the item is correctly configured as a free item in the material master or the relevant configuration settings. Ensure that the pricing procedure allows for free items.
  
  
  Review Document Type Settings: Check the settings for the document type being used. Ensure that it supports free items and that there are no restrictions preventing their use.
  
  
  Account Assignment: Ensure that all necessary account assignments are provided for the free item. This may involve checking the account determination settings in the configuration.
  
  
  Validation Rules: Review any validation rules that may be in place for the transaction. If necessary, adjust the rules to allow for the saving of documents with free items.
  
  
  User Authorizations: Confirm that the user has the appropriate authorizations to create or modify documents with free items. If not, work with your SAP security team to obtain the necessary permissions.
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message. There may be patches or updates that resolve known issues.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as FB60 (Enter Incoming Invoices), FB70 (Enter Outgoing Invoices), or others depending on the context of the error.
  SAP Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to free items, pricing procedures, and document types for a deeper understanding of how these elements interact.
  Testing: If changes are made, conduct thorough testing in a development or quality assurance environment before applying changes to the production system.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or reach out to SAP support for further assistance.