How To Fix FICUSTOM333 - Earmarked funds document &2 item &3 cannot be used

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FICUSTOM - Customizable Messages for Funds Management

• Message number: 333

• Message text: Earmarked funds document &2 item &3 cannot be used

What causes this issue?

You want to post a purchase order for vendor&V1&, however the referenced
item &V3& of the earmarked funds &V2& contains a different vendor
account.

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?

You have the following options:
First assign &V2&the vendor &V1&to the referenced item &V3& of the
earmarked funds.
Use another earmarked funds item that the vendor&V1& has assigned.
Use another earmarked funds item that no vendor has assigned.

Procedure for System Administrators

This message is usually displayed as an error.
You can change the message type in Customizing activity
<DS:SIMG._ISPSFM_MV_SM30>Change Message Control</>.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FICUSTOM333 - Earmarked funds document &2 item &3 cannot be used ?

  The SAP error message FICUSTOM333 indicates that there is an issue with earmarked funds in the context of financial transactions. Specifically, the message states that the earmarked funds document and item cannot be used for the transaction you are attempting to perform. This typically occurs in the context of budget management and fund allocation within SAP.
  Cause:
  The error can be caused by several factors, including:
  
  Earmarked Funds Status: The earmarked funds document may be in a status that does not allow it to be used (e.g., it may be blocked or not fully approved).
  Insufficient Funds: The earmarked funds may not have sufficient available balance to cover the transaction.
  Incorrect Document Type: The document type of the earmarked funds may not be compatible with the transaction you are trying to execute.
  Item Level Issues: There may be specific issues with the item in the earmarked funds document, such as it being marked for a different purpose or already being fully utilized.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the SAP system that restrict the use of earmarked funds under certain conditions.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  Check Earmarked Funds Document: Review the earmarked funds document and ensure that it is in an appropriate status for use. If it is blocked or not approved, take the necessary steps to resolve this.
  Verify Available Balance: Check the available balance of the earmarked funds to ensure that there are sufficient funds to cover the transaction.
  Review Document Type: Ensure that the document type of the earmarked funds is compatible with the transaction you are trying to perform.
  Inspect Item Details: Look into the specific item in the earmarked funds document to see if there are any restrictions or issues that need to be addressed.
  Consult Configuration Settings: If you suspect that the issue may be related to system configuration, consult with your SAP administrator or technical team to review the settings related to earmarked funds.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may want to use transaction codes such as FMBB (for budget management) or FMBT (for budget transfers) to review and manage earmarked funds.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions to common problems.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation on budget management and earmarked funds for more detailed information on how these processes work within the system.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to engage with your SAP support team for further assistance.