How To Fix FMBAS071 - Restrict the selection for the account assignment element &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FMBAS - FM applic. specific messages for Budgeting & AVC services

• Message number: 071

• Message text: Restrict the selection for the account assignment element &1

What causes this issue?

You don't have full authorization ('*' or all values) for the account
assignment element &V1&, but you try to execute the program without
restricting the selection for this field.

System Response

The program execution very likely stops due to missing authorizations.

How to fix this error?

Restrict the selection for the field &V1& accordingly.

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 FMBAS071 - Restrict the selection for the account assignment element &1 ?

  The SAP error message FMBAS071, which states "Restrict the selection for the account assignment element &1," typically occurs in the context of budget management and financial accounting when there is an issue with the account assignment elements in a financial transaction or budget entry.
  Cause:
  This error usually arises due to one of the following reasons:
  
  
  Invalid Account Assignment: The account assignment element (such as cost center, internal order, or project) specified in the transaction does not meet the criteria set in the system. This could be due to restrictions on the account assignment element based on the organizational structure or budget availability.
  
  
  Budget Availability Control: The system may have budget availability control settings that restrict the use of certain account assignment elements based on the current budget status.
  
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the controlling area or budget structure that limit the use of specific account assignment elements.
  
  
  Missing Authorizations: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to use the specified account assignment element.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the FMBAS071 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Account Assignment Element: Verify that the account assignment element you are trying to use is valid and active. Ensure that it is correctly configured in the system.
  
  
  Review Budget Availability: Check the budget availability for the account assignment element. Make sure that there are sufficient funds available for the transaction you are trying to process.
  
  
  Adjust Selection Criteria: If applicable, modify the selection criteria in your transaction to use a different account assignment element that is valid and has available budget.
  
  
  Consult Configuration Settings: Review the configuration settings related to budget control and account assignment elements. Ensure that the settings align with your organization's requirements.
  
  
  Check User Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to use the specified account assignment element. If not, contact your SAP security administrator to grant the required permissions.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance related to your version of SAP and the context in which the error occurs.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may encounter this error in various transaction codes related to budget management, such as FMBB (Budgeting), FMAVCR01 (Availability Control), or others.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Support: If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the FMBAS071 error and implement a suitable solution.