How To Fix FI_E218 - Object type &1 must have field status customized for earmarked fund

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 218

• Message text: Object type &1 must have field status customized for earmarked fund

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FI_E218 - Object type &1 must have field status customized for earmarked fund ?

  The SAP error message FI_E218 indicates that there is an issue with the configuration of field status for earmarked funds in the Financial Accounting (FI) module. Specifically, it means that the object type you are trying to process does not have the required field status settings customized for earmarked funds.
  Cause:
  The error typically arises due to one of the following reasons:
  
  Missing Field Status Configuration: The field status for the specified object type (e.g., cost center, internal order, etc.) has not been defined for earmarked funds in the system.
  Incorrect Object Type: The object type being used may not be correctly set up to handle earmarked funds.
  Customizing Settings: The customizing settings in the SAP system for the relevant financial document types or account assignments may not be properly configured.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Field Status Group:
  
  Go to the transaction code OBY6 (Field Status Variants).
  Identify the field status variant assigned to your company code.
  Check the field status group for the relevant object type and ensure that it is configured to handle earmarked funds.
  
  
  
  Customize Field Status:
  
  If the field status for earmarked funds is not set up, you will need to customize it.
  Navigate to the transaction code OBY6 and select the appropriate field status group.
  Add or modify the field status for the earmarked fund fields as necessary.
  
  
  
  Review Object Type Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the object type you are using is correctly configured in the system to support earmarked funds.
  Check the relevant customizing settings for the object type in the SAP IMG (Implementation Guide).
  
  
  
  Test the Configuration:
  
  After making the necessary changes, perform a test transaction to ensure that the error no longer occurs.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If you are unsure about the configuration steps, refer to SAP documentation or consult with your SAP FI consultant for guidance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  OBY6 - Field Status Variants
  SPRO - Access to the SAP Implementation Guide for further customizing options.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional insights or solutions related to this error message.
  
  
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to field status configurations.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the FI_E218 error and ensure that your SAP system is properly configured for earmarked funds.