How To Fix FI_E129 - FM area is blank, fund status cannot be derived

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FI_E - Message Class for FM English Developers

• Message number: 129

• Message text: FM area is blank, fund status cannot be derived

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

What causes this issue?

You have not specified an FM area.

System Response

The system cannot derive the status of the fund.

How to fix this error?

Specify an FM area.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FI_E129 - FM area is blank, fund status cannot be derived ?

  The SAP error message FI_E129 indicates that the "FM area is blank, fund status cannot be derived." This error typically occurs in the context of Funds Management (FM) in SAP, particularly when trying to post a financial transaction that requires a fund status to be determined, but the system cannot derive it due to a missing or blank FM area.
  Cause:
  
  Missing FM Area: The FM area is not specified in the transaction or document you are trying to post. This could happen if the configuration is incomplete or if the user did not enter the FM area.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration settings for Funds Management may not be set up correctly, leading to the inability to derive the fund status.
  Document Type: The document type being used may not be configured to allow for FM area assignment.
  Master Data Issues: The master data (like cost centers, internal orders, etc.) may not be properly linked to the FM area.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check FM Area Assignment:
  
  Ensure that the FM area is correctly assigned in the document you are trying to post. You can do this by checking the relevant transaction or document entry screen.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings in SAP (transaction code SPRO) and check the Funds Management settings. Ensure that the FM area is properly defined and linked to the relevant organizational units.
  
  
  
  Document Type Settings:
  
  Verify that the document type you are using is configured to allow for FM area assignment. This can be checked in the configuration settings for Financial Accounting.
  
  
  
  Master Data Verification:
  
  Check the master data for the relevant cost centers, internal orders, or other objects to ensure they are correctly assigned to the FM area.
  
  
  
  User Input:
  
  If the FM area is supposed to be entered manually, ensure that users are trained to input this information correctly during transaction entry.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, perform a test transaction to ensure that the error no longer occurs.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like FMAVCR01 (to check fund status) or FMBB (to post budget) to troubleshoot further.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation on Funds Management for detailed information on configuration and troubleshooting.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a consultant who specializes in SAP Funds Management.