How To Fix FMAVC237 - 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: 237

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

What causes this issue?

The list of commitment items 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 budget address or posting address assigned to a
commitment item (&V4&), which is not included in the list of selected
commitment items.
In a single reconstruction run, the process can only consider the
posting addresses, budget addresses and derived control objects which
are assigned to the <ZH>same list of commitment items</>.

System Response

Processing stops.

How to fix this error?

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

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 FMAVC237 - Control ledger &1 cannot be re-initialized (see long text) ?

  The SAP error message FMAVC237 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 settings.
  Cause:
  
  Control Ledger Status: The control ledger may be in a status that does not allow re-initialization. For example, if there are already posted documents or if the ledger is locked for some reason.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings that prevent the re-initialization of the control ledger.
  Data Consistency: There might be inconsistencies in the data that need to be resolved before re-initialization can occur.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to perform the re-initialization.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Control Ledger Status: Verify the status of the control ledger. Ensure that there are no posted documents or that the ledger is not locked.
  Review Configuration: Check the configuration settings for the control ledger in the Funds Management module. Ensure that the settings allow for re-initialization.
  Data Consistency Check: Run consistency checks to identify and resolve any data issues that may be preventing re-initialization.
  User Authorizations: Ensure that the user attempting the re-initialization has the necessary authorizations to perform this action.
  Consult Long Text: The error message often has a long text that provides additional details. Review this long text for specific guidance related to your situation.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes such as FMAVC to access the control ledger settings or FMAVC1 to check the status of the control ledger.
  SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for Funds Management for more detailed information on control ledgers and their management.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or reach out to SAP support for further assistance.