How To Fix FICA_CD046 - Assignment to branch and cash desk missing

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FICA_CD - FI-CA: Cash Desk/Cash Journal

• Message number: 046

• Message text: Assignment to branch and cash desk missing

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What causes this issue?

There is no assignment to a branch and cash desk for your user &V1&, or
the branches and cash desks for which an assignment exists are locked by
another user.

System Response

You cannot use the cash journal without an assignment to a cash desk and
branch.
If all cash desks for which there is an assignment are locked, you
cannot assign a cash desk to yourself

How to fix this error?

Contact your system administrator to have an assignment to a branch and
cash desk set up.
If all cash desks for which there is an assignment are currently locked,
try to assign a cash desk to yourself at a later point in time.

Procedure for System Administrators

If no assigment exists for user , you have to make an assignment to a
branch and cash desk.
In the role of branch manager: <DS:TRAN.FQ_FPCJ_SU>Branch manager</>
In the role of cashier with special tasks: <DS:TRAN.FQ_FPCJ_SC> Cashier
with special tasks</>
In the role of cashier: <DS:TRAN.FQ_FPCJ_NC>Cashier </>

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FICA_CD046 - Assignment to branch and cash desk missing ?

  The SAP error message FICA_CD046 ("Assignment to branch and cash desk missing") typically occurs in the context of the SAP Convergent Charging (SAP CC) or SAP Contract Accounts Receivable and Payable (FI-CA) modules. This error indicates that there is a missing assignment between a branch and a cash desk, which is necessary for processing transactions related to cash handling.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The most common cause of this error is that the system configuration for the branch and cash desk assignment is incomplete or missing.
  Incorrect Data Entry: There may be incorrect or incomplete data entered in the relevant master data records.
  Transaction Type Issues: The transaction type being processed may not be correctly linked to the appropriate branch and cash desk.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the FICA_CD046 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings in SAP and verify that the branch and cash desk assignments are correctly set up.
  Navigate to the relevant configuration path, typically found under Financial Accounting (FI) > Contract Accounts Receivable and Payable > Master Data > Define Branches and Cash Desks.
  Ensure that each branch has a corresponding cash desk assigned.
  
  
  
  Maintain Master Data:
  
  Check the master data for the branch and cash desk involved in the transaction. Ensure that all necessary fields are filled out correctly.
  You can do this by using transaction codes like FPL1N (for displaying contract accounts) or FBL5N (for displaying customer line items).
  
  
  
  Review Transaction Types:
  
  Ensure that the transaction type being used is correctly configured to link to the appropriate branch and cash desk.
  You can check this in the configuration settings for transaction types under Financial Accounting > Contract Accounts Receivable and Payable > Business Transactions > Define Transaction Types.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, perform a test transaction to ensure that the error no longer occurs.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If the issue persists, consult SAP documentation or reach out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as OBY6 (for defining company codes) and OBY1 (for defining branches).
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message, as they may provide additional insights or patches.
  User Roles: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access and modify branch and cash desk settings.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the FICA_CD046 error and ensure that your branch and cash desk assignments are correctly configured in SAP.