How To Fix FM_MEASURE109 - Funded program &2 &1: External reference keys do not match

FM_MEASURE109 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FM_MEASURE - FM Measure

• Message number: 109

• Message text: Funded program &2 &1: External reference keys do not match

What causes this issue?

You tried to update a funded program with an external reference where
the reference keys (OBJKEY, OBJTYPE, LOGSYS) do not match with the ones
from the existing funded program.
It is not possible to change an external reference of an existing
fundedprogram.

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?

Make sure you supply the original external reference key.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

FM_MEASURE109 - Details

• The SAP error message FM_MEASURE109 indicates that there is a mismatch between the external reference keys in the funded program and the associated financial documents. This error typically arises in the context of Fund Management (FM) when trying to process transactions that involve funded programs, such as budget allocations or postings.
  
  Cause:
  The error occurs due to one of the following reasons:
  
  Mismatch of External Reference Keys: The external reference keys (such as commitment items, funds centers, or other identifiers) in the funded program do not match those in the transaction being processed.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be a configuration issue in the Fund Management settings that leads to inconsistencies in how external reference keys are defined or used.
  Data Entry Errors: Manual entry errors when creating or modifying funded programs or related financial documents can lead to mismatches.
  Changes in Funded Program: If the funded program has been modified after the initial transaction was created,