How To Fix FIPOS010 - Commitment item &1 already exists, with different attributes

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FIPOS - Message Class for Creation of Commitment Items

• Message number: 010

• Message text: Commitment item &1 already exists, with different attributes

What causes this issue?

The system has tried to generate commitment item &V1& automatically,
using the default values, and to assign it to the G/L account.
However, as a commitment item already exists with this description, the
system writes the values for the existing commitment item, not the
default values, in the <LS>Commitment Item</> column.
The status of the assignment is <LS>Different</> because the attributes
in the assignment commitment item do not agree with the default values.
Background
The system generates the default values as follows:
Description = Name of the G/L account
Attributes = Derived from the type of the G/L account

System Response

The system adopts the attributes of the existing commitment item, not
the default values, and sets the assignment status to <LS>Different</>.
The effect of this can be that the system changes the data before
recording it in PS Cash Management.
For more information, see <DS:SIMG.SIMG_OLPR_FIPOS>Create and Assign
Commitment Items</>.

How to fix this error?

You now have the following options
Save the commitment item.

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

As the status is different, the system may change the data before
recording it in PS Cash Management.
Change the commitment item, reconciling its attributes with the default
attributes.
To do this, choose <DS:TRAS.FM3U>Process Individual Commitment Items
</>. The system automatically enters the changed commitment item in the
<LS>Commitment Item</> column. It sets the status to <LS>Agrees</> and
records the data unchanged in PS Cash Management.
Enter another commitment item that also exists.
The system completes the attributes you have maintained for the
commitment item. If the default attributes and those of the commitment
item you enter do not agree, it sets the status to <LS>Different</> and
may change the data before recording it in PS Cash Management.
Enter a new commitment item
Maintain the attributes of the new commitment item. If the default
attributes and those of the new commitment item do not agree, it sets
the status to <LS>Different</> and may change the data before recording
it in PS Cash Management.die Attribute Ihrer neuen Finanzposition nicht
mit den Vorschlagsattributen decken, setzt das System den Status der
Zuordnung auf <LS>abweichend</> und schreibt die Daten evt. verSndert
in das PS-Cashmanagement fort.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FIPOS010 - Commitment item &1 already exists, with different attributes ?

  The SAP error message FIPOS010 indicates that there is a conflict with a commitment item that already exists in the system but has different attributes than the one you are trying to create or modify. This typically occurs in the context of Public Sector Management (PSM) or Financial Accounting (FI) when dealing with budgetary control and commitment items.
  Cause:
  The error is caused by attempting to create or modify a commitment item that has the same identifier (ID) as an existing commitment item, but with different attributes (such as different account assignments, fund types, or other characteristics). This can happen due to:
  
  Duplicate Entries: An attempt to create a commitment item that already exists in the system.
  Attribute Mismatch: The existing commitment item has attributes that do not match the ones you are trying to set for the new or modified item.
  Configuration Issues: There may be inconsistencies in the configuration settings for commitment items in the system.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the FIPOS010 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Existing Commitment Items:
  
  Use transaction codes like FSP0 (for commitment item maintenance) or FSP1 (for display) to check if the commitment item already exists.
  Verify the attributes of the existing commitment item and compare them with the attributes you are trying to set.
  
  
  
  Modify Existing Commitment Item:
  
  If the commitment item already exists and you need to change its attributes, consider modifying the existing item instead of creating a new one.
  
  
  
  Create a New Commitment Item:
  
  If you need to create a new commitment item, ensure that it has a unique identifier and that its attributes do not conflict with existing items.
  
  
  
  Consult Configuration:
  
  If you suspect a configuration issue, consult with your SAP configuration team to ensure that the settings for commitment items are correctly defined and do not allow for conflicting entries.
  
  
  
  Check Authorization:
  
  Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to create or modify commitment items in the system.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as FSP0, FSP1, FSP2 (for creating, displaying, and changing commitment items).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to commitment items and the FIPOS010 error.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation on commitment items and budgetary control to understand the attributes and their significance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.