How To Fix FI_E301 - Enter &1 as a source field or define a condition for &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 301

• Message text: Enter &1 as a source field or define a condition for &2

What causes this issue?

If you use SETs as source fields and if the sets are dependent on a
subclass (example: the controlling area is a subclass for cost center
groups), you must also enter the subclass as a source field.

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?

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FI_E301 - Enter &1 as a source field or define a condition for &2 ?

  The SAP error message FI_E301 ("Enter &1 as a source field or define a condition for &2") typically occurs in the context of financial accounting, particularly when working with the configuration of financial statements, reports, or data entry forms. This error indicates that the system expects a specific source field to be defined or a condition to be set for a particular field in the context of financial data processing.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Source Field: The error often arises when a required source field is not specified in the configuration or data entry. This could be due to incomplete setup in the financial reporting or accounting configuration.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration for the financial statement or report may not have been set up correctly, leading to the system not recognizing the necessary fields.
  Data Entry Issues: If a user is trying to enter data into a form or report without providing all the necessary fields, this error can occur.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Navigate to the relevant configuration settings in SAP (e.g., transaction codes like OB58 for financial statement versions).
  Ensure that the source fields are correctly defined for the financial statement or report you are working with.
  Verify that all necessary conditions for the fields are set up properly.
  
  
  
  Define Source Fields:
  
  If the error specifies a particular source field (indicated by &1), ensure that this field is defined in the relevant configuration.
  If the error mentions a condition (indicated by &2), check if there are any conditions that need to be established for the report or statement.
  
  
  
  Review Documentation:
  
  Consult SAP documentation or help resources for guidance on the specific configuration settings related to the error message.
  Look for any notes or updates from SAP that might address this specific error.
  
  
  
  User Training:
  
  Ensure that users entering data are trained on the required fields and conditions to avoid missing necessary information.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes to the configuration, perform tests to ensure that the error no longer occurs and that the financial reports or statements generate correctly.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes for financial reporting and configuration, such as:
  
  OB58: Financial Statement Versions
  FSE2: Financial Statement Version Maintenance
  FBL1N: Vendor Line Item Display
  FBL3N: G/L Account Line Item Display
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  
  
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or support channels for additional insights and solutions from other users who may have encountered the same issue.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the FI_E301 error and ensure that your financial reporting processes function smoothly.