How To Fix FMAVC109 - Invalid check horizon derived for availability control

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FMAVC - Message class AVC funds management

• Message number: 109

• Message text: Invalid check horizon derived for availability control

What causes this issue?

The <DS:DE.BUAVC_CHECKHORIZON>Checking horizon</> &V1&, which has been
derived for availability control ledger &V2&, does not exist.

System Response

Availability control processing is terminated.

How to fix this error?

Check the derivation strategy of the IMG activity
<DS:SIMG.FMBCS_FMAVCDERICH>Define Specific Assignments for Checking
Horizon</> for the availability control object &V3&&V4&.

Procedure for System Administrators

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

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FMAVC109 - Invalid check horizon derived for availability control ?

  The SAP error message FMAVC109 ("Invalid check horizon derived for availability control") typically occurs in the context of Funds Management (FM) when there is an issue with the configuration of the availability control settings. This error indicates that the system is unable to determine a valid check horizon for the availability control, which is essential for ensuring that funds are available for planned expenditures.
  Causes:
  
  Incorrect Configuration: The check horizon for availability control may not be properly configured in the system. This can happen if the settings for the fiscal year variant, availability control settings, or the budget structure are not aligned.
  Missing or Incorrect Master Data: The master data related to the funds management (like funds centers, commitment items, etc.) may be incomplete or incorrectly set up.
  Fiscal Year Variant Issues: The fiscal year variant assigned to the controlling area or the budget may not match the settings in the availability control configuration.
  Date Issues: The dates used in the transaction may fall outside the defined check horizon, leading to this error.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for availability control in the SAP system (transaction code SPRO).
  Navigate to Public Sector Management > Funds Management > Availability Control > Define Check Horizon.
  Ensure that the check horizon is correctly defined and that it aligns with your fiscal year settings.
  
  
  
  Review Master Data:
  
  Verify that all relevant master data (funds centers, commitment items, etc.) is correctly set up and active.
  Check for any inconsistencies or missing entries that could affect availability control.
  
  
  
  Fiscal Year Variant:
  
  Ensure that the fiscal year variant assigned to the controlling area is correctly set up and matches the availability control settings.
  You can check this in the configuration under Financial Accounting > Financial Accounting Global Settings > Fiscal Year > Define Fiscal Year Variant.
  
  
  
  Date Validation:
  
  Review the transaction dates being used. Ensure that they fall within the defined check horizon.
  If necessary, adjust the dates or the check horizon settings to accommodate the transactions.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, perform a test transaction to see if the error persists. This will help confirm whether the issue has been resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as FMAVC for availability control and SPRO for configuration.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to FMAVC109 for additional guidance or patches that may address known issues.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation on Funds Management and availability control for a deeper understanding of the configuration and settings.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or refer to SAP community forums for further assistance.