How To Fix FM_SPENH_E001 - The group can only have one line with a due date in a certain fiscal year

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FM_SPENH_E - Messg. class for spanish enhancements in PS Funds Management

• Message number: 001

• Message text: The group can only have one line with a due date in a certain fiscal year

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FM_SPENH_E001 - The group can only have one line with a due date in a certain fiscal year ?

  The SAP error message FM_SPENH_E001 indicates that there is an issue with the financial management (FM) module, specifically related to the handling of budget lines in a certain fiscal year. This error typically arises when you attempt to create or modify a budget line in a way that violates the constraints set by the system regarding due dates.
  Cause:
  The error occurs because the system allows only one budget line with a due date for a specific fiscal year within a particular budget group. If you try to create or modify a budget line that conflicts with an existing line (i.e., another line already exists with a due date in the same fiscal year), the system will trigger this error.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Existing Budget Lines: Review the existing budget lines for the relevant budget group and fiscal year. Look for any lines that already have a due date set.
  
  
  Modify or Delete Conflicting Lines: If you find that there is already a budget line with a due date, you can either:
  
  Modify the existing line to change its due date or other relevant details.
  Delete the existing line if it is no longer needed, allowing you to create a new line with the desired due date.
  
  
  
  Create a New Line Without a Due Date: If you need to add additional budget lines but do not require a due date, consider creating a new line without a due date, as this may not trigger the same restriction.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Review SAP documentation or consult with your SAP support team for specific guidelines related to budget management in your organization.
  
  
  Check Configuration Settings: If you believe that the restriction is too limiting for your business processes, you may need to review the configuration settings in the FM module. This may require assistance from an SAP consultant or your internal SAP team.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional insights or updates regarding this error message.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes related to budget management, such as FMBB (Budgeting) or FMAVCR01 (Budget Availability Control).
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to create or modify budget lines in the FM module.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and continue with your budget management tasks in SAP.