How To Fix FMAVC517 - Missing selection of checking horizon for control ledger &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FMAVC - Message class AVC funds management

• Message number: 517

• Message text: Missing selection of checking horizon for control ledger &1

What causes this issue?

In the Customizing activity <DS:SIMG.FMBCS_V_FMAVCLDGRGAT>Select
Checking Horizon for Availability Control</> no entry exists for the
<DS:DE.BUAVC_ALDNR>availability control ledger</> &V1& in FM area &V2&.

System Response

If you do not enter any settings there, then the system will
automatically take the value <ZH>" "</> for the field
<DS:DE.FMAVC_CHECKHORIZON_SELECTION>Selection of Checking Horizon</>.

How to fix this error?

If you want to choose another value for the field
<DS:DE.FMAVC_CHECKHORIZON_SELECTION> Selection of Checking Horizon</>,
then you must enter it in the Customizing activity
<DS:SIMG.FMBCS_V_FMAVCLDGRGAT>Select Checking Horizon for Availability
Control</>.

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.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FMAVC517 - Missing selection of checking horizon for control ledger &1 ?

  The SAP error message FMAVC517, which states "Missing selection of checking horizon for control ledger &1," typically occurs in the context of budget control and availability control in SAP. This error indicates that the system is unable to find a defined checking horizon for the specified control ledger, which is necessary for performing budget checks.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The checking horizon for the control ledger has not been defined in the system. This configuration is essential for the system to know how far into the future it should check for budget availability.
  Incorrect Control Ledger: The control ledger specified in the error message may not be correctly set up or may not exist in the system.
  Authorization Issues: There may be authorization issues preventing the user from accessing the necessary configuration settings.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Define Checking Horizon:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for availability control in SAP.
  Navigate to the relevant path: SPRO > Public Sector Management > Budget Control System > Define Checking Horizon.
  Ensure that a checking horizon is defined for the control ledger in question. You may need to create a new checking horizon if one does not exist.
  
  
  
  Check Control Ledger Configuration:
  
  Verify that the control ledger specified in the error message is correctly configured.
  Ensure that it is active and that all necessary settings are in place.
  
  
  
  Review Authorizations:
  
  Check if the user has the necessary authorizations to access and modify the configuration settings related to availability control.
  If not, work with your SAP security team to obtain the required permissions.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, perform a test transaction to ensure that the error no longer occurs.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes such as SPRO for configuration, FMAVC for availability control settings, or FMBB for budget management.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed guidance on configuring availability control and checking horizons.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional insights or solutions related to this error message.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.