How To Fix FINB_MSG_ACSYST017 - &1/&2: No member entered (type '&3')

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FINB_MSG_ACSYST -

• Message number: 017

• Message text: &1/&2: No member entered (type '&3')

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FINB_MSG_ACSYST017 - &1/&2: No member entered (type '&3') ?

  The SAP error message FINB_MSG_ACSYST017 indicates that there is an issue related to the absence of a member in a specific context, typically in the context of financial reporting or planning. The message format is as follows:
  FINB_MSG_ACSYST017 &1/&2: No member entered (type '&3')
  Cause:
  This error usually occurs when:
  
  A required member (such as a cost center, profit center, or other financial dimension) is not specified in a report or planning function.
  The member type indicated by &3 is not available or has not been defined in the system.
  There may be a configuration issue where the system expects a member to be present but it is missing due to data entry errors or incomplete setup.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Input Data: Ensure that all required fields are filled out correctly. Look for any missing entries in the report or planning function where the error occurred.
  
  
  Verify Member Types: Check the member types that are being used in your report or planning function. Make sure that the member type indicated by &3 is correctly defined in the system.
  
  
  Review Configuration: If you are using custom configurations or reports, review the settings to ensure that all necessary members are included and properly configured.
  
  
  Data Consistency: Ensure that the data in the relevant tables is consistent and that there are no missing entries for the members you are trying to use.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific details about the member types and their requirements.
  
  
  Contact Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Depending on the context of the error, you may want to check transaction codes related to financial reporting (e.g., FBL1N, FBL3N) or planning (e.g., BPC, SAP Analytics Cloud).
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  User Forums: Check SAP community forums or user groups for similar issues and solutions shared by other users.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.