How To Fix FM_SUBSET_E011 - There is no substring &1 in subdivision &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FM_SUBSET_E - Message class for Master Data substrings' groups

• Message number: 011

• Message text: There is no substring &1 in subdivision &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FM_SUBSET_E011 - There is no substring &1 in subdivision &2 ?

  The SAP error message FM_SUBSET_E011 indicates that there is an issue with a substring not being found within a specified subdivision. This error typically arises in the context of financial management or controlling modules, particularly when dealing with funds management or budgetary control.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when the system is trying to reference a substring (usually a part of a larger string or code) that does not exist within the specified subdivision. This can happen due to several reasons:
  
  Incorrect Input: The substring or subdivision being referenced may have been entered incorrectly.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the master data or configuration settings that lead to the substring not being recognized.
  Missing Configuration: The substring may not have been defined in the system for the specified subdivision.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to access certain substrings or subdivisions.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Input Values: Verify that the substring and subdivision values entered are correct. Ensure there are no typographical errors.
  
  
  Review Configuration: 
  
  Go to the configuration settings for the relevant module (e.g., Funds Management).
  Check if the substring is defined for the specified subdivision. If not, you may need to create or configure it.
  
  
  
  Data Consistency Check: 
  
  Run consistency checks on the relevant master data to ensure that all necessary entries are present and correctly configured.
  Use transaction codes like SE11 (Data Dictionary) or SE16 (Data Browser) to inspect the relevant tables.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the substring and subdivision. You may need to consult with your SAP security team.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Review SAP documentation or notes related to the specific module you are working with for any additional insights or known issues.
  
  
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes that may help in troubleshooting, such as FMAVCR01 (for budget availability control) or FMBB (for budget adjustments).
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to the error message for any patches or updates that may address the issue.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement a solution.