How To Fix FM_MEASURE017 - Deletion not allowed, funded prog. &2 in FM area &1 was already posted

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FM_MEASURE - FM Measure

• Message number: 017

• Message text: Deletion not allowed, funded prog. &2 in FM area &1 was already posted

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FM_MEASURE017 - Deletion not allowed, funded prog. &2 in FM area &1 was already posted ?

  The SAP error message FM_MEASURE017 indicates that a deletion is not allowed for a funded program in a specific Funds Management (FM) area because there are already postings associated with that program. This error typically arises when you attempt to delete a funded program that has financial transactions or commitments linked to it.
  Cause:
  
  Existing Postings: The primary cause of this error is that there are existing postings (e.g., commitments, actuals) against the funded program you are trying to delete.
  Data Integrity: SAP enforces data integrity rules to prevent the deletion of records that could lead to inconsistencies in financial reporting and management.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check for Postings:
  
  Use transaction codes like FMBB (for budget changes) or FMAVCR01 (for budget availability control) to check if there are any existing postings against the funded program.
  Review the relevant reports to identify any commitments or actuals that are linked to the funded program.
  
  
  
  Clear Postings:
  
  If you find postings that are no longer needed, you may need to reverse or clear those postings before attempting to delete the funded program.
  Use appropriate transactions to reverse or adjust the postings, such as FB08 for reversing financial documents.
  
  
  
  Consult with Stakeholders:
  
  If the postings are valid and should remain, consult with your finance or project management team to determine the best course of action. It may be necessary to keep the funded program active.
  
  
  
  Use Alternative Methods:
  
  If deletion is not possible due to existing postings, consider marking the funded program as inactive or closed instead of deleting it. This way, you can prevent further postings while retaining historical data.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the configuration settings in the Funds Management module allow for the desired actions. Sometimes, system settings may restrict certain operations.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes in SAP FM, such as:
  
  FMBB: Budgeting
  FMAVCR01: Availability Control
  FMBT: Budget Transfer
  FMX1: Create Funded Program
  FMX2: Change Funded Program
  FMX3: Display Funded Program
  
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files for detailed information on Funds Management processes and error handling.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to address the FM_MEASURE017 error and manage your funded programs effectively within SAP.