How To Fix FICUSTOM047 - Funds center entered/derived even though FM is not active

FICUSTOM047 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FICUSTOM - Customizable Messages for Funds Management

• Message number: 047

• Message text: Funds center entered/derived even though FM is not active

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FICUSTOM047 - Funds center entered/derived even though FM is not active ?

  The SAP error message FICUSTOM047 indicates that a funds center has been entered or derived in a transaction, but the Funds Management (FM) module is not active for the relevant controlling area or company code. This typically occurs in the context of financial transactions where funds management is expected to be utilized, but the configuration does not support it.
  
  Cause:
  
  FM Not Active: The primary cause of this error is that the Funds Management module is not activated for the specific controlling area or company code where the transaction is being processed.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the Funds Management settings, such as missing or incorrect settings for the funds center.
  Transaction Type: The transaction type being processed may require funds management to be active, but it is not set up correctly in the system.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Activate Funds Management:
  
  Go to the SAP Customizing Implementation Guide (SPRO).
  Navigate to Public Sector Management > Funds Management