How To Fix FMBGA029 - An assignment is not permissible for document type &1 (PCO)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FMBGA - Messages for Public-Owned Commercial Operations

• Message number: 029

• Message text: An assignment is not permissible for document type &1 (PCO)

What causes this issue?

You cannot assign the document type &v1& to a request category because
this document type is defined as a document type for input tax
adjustment postings in the global settings for public-owned commercial
operations. This document type can only be used for postings.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

Select another document type.

Procedure for System Administrators

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Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FMBGA029 - An assignment is not permissible for document type &1 (PCO) ?

  The SAP error message FMBGA029 indicates that there is an issue with the assignment of a document type in the context of the Public Sector Management (PSM) module, specifically related to the budgetary control (BC) functionality. The error typically arises when there is an attempt to assign a document type that is not permissible for the specified context or transaction.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Document Type: The document type being used may not be configured to allow the specific assignment in the context of budgetary control.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the system that restrict the use of certain document types for specific transactions or processes.
  Missing Authorizations: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to perform the action related to the document type.
  Inconsistent Data: There may be inconsistencies in the data being processed, such as incorrect or missing entries in related tables.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Document Type Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for document types in the SAP system (transaction code SPRO).
  Navigate to the relevant section for Public Sector Management and verify that the document type in question is correctly configured for the intended use.
  
  
  
  Review Transaction Context:
  
  Ensure that the document type is appropriate for the transaction you are trying to execute. Some document types are restricted to specific processes.
  
  
  
  User Authorizations:
  
  Check the user roles and authorizations to ensure that the user has the necessary permissions to perform the action related to the document type.
  
  
  
  Data Consistency Check:
  
  Review the data being processed for any inconsistencies or missing entries. Ensure that all required fields are filled out correctly.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific details about the document type and its permissible assignments.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance. They may provide insights based on the specific configuration and version of your SAP system.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SPRO (Customizing), FMBT (Budgeting), and others that may be related to budgetary control.
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to error FMBGA029 for any patches or updates that may address the issue.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed, and solutions shared.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.