How To Fix FMAVC231 - Control ledger &1 cannot be re-initialized (see long text)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FMAVC - Message class AVC funds management

• Message number: 231

• Message text: Control ledger &1 cannot be re-initialized (see long text)

What causes this issue?

The list of funds centers that you have selected for reconstructing the
<DS:DE.BUAVC_ALDNR>availability control ledger</> &V1& for FM area &V2&
and fiscal year &V3& is not consistent: the reconstruction process
involves at least one control object assigned to a funds center (&V4&),
which is not included in the list of selected funds centers.
In a single run, the reconstruction process can only consider the
posting addresses, budget addresses and derived control objects which
are assigned to the <ZH>same list of funds centers</>.

System Response

Processing stops.

How to fix this error?

Add at least the missing funds center &V4& to your selection and start
the process again. If you receive a similar message repeatedly for other
funds center values, we recommend that you run the process for all funds
centers.

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 FMAVC231 - Control ledger &1 cannot be re-initialized (see long text) ?

  The SAP error message FMAVC231 indicates that there is an issue with the control ledger in the context of the Funds Management (FM) module. This error typically arises when there is an attempt to re-initialize a control ledger that cannot be re-initialized due to certain conditions or configurations.
  Cause:
  The error can occur due to several reasons, including but not limited to:
  
  Existing Data: The control ledger already contains data that prevents re-initialization.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings that do not allow for the re-initialization of the control ledger.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to perform the re-initialization.
  Incorrect Period: The fiscal year or period may not be open for the re-initialization process.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the FMAVC231 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Existing Data: Review the control ledger to see if there are any existing entries. If there are, you may need to clear or archive them before re-initialization.
  
  
  Review Configuration: Ensure that the control ledger is configured correctly. Check the settings in the Funds Management configuration to see if re-initialization is allowed.
  
  
  Authorization Check: Verify that the user attempting the re-initialization has the necessary authorizations. You may need to consult with your SAP security team to ensure proper access rights.
  
  
  Fiscal Year/Period Check: Make sure that the fiscal year and period you are trying to re-initialize are open. You can check this in the financial accounting settings.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to the SAP documentation or help files for more detailed information on the control ledger and re-initialization processes.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error. Sometimes, SAP releases notes that provide fixes or workarounds for known issues.
  
  
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as FMAVC (for control ledger management) and others related to Funds Management.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums where other users may have encountered similar issues and can provide insights or solutions.
  Training and Documentation: Ensure that users involved in Funds Management are adequately trained and have access to the necessary documentation to understand the implications of control ledger management.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the FMAVC231 error and implement a suitable solution.