How To Fix FMBLEXT000 - Inconsistency between table FMIOI and workflow for the current document

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FMBLEXT - Message class for Budgetary Ledger Extensions

• Message number: 000

• Message text: Inconsistency between table FMIOI and workflow for the current document

What causes this issue?

The program checked the table FMIOI searching for the preliminary
document, but it was not found.

System Response

Processing stops.

How to fix this error?

Reconstruct the document in FMIOI. If necessary, contact SAP for
support.

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.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FMBLEXT000 - Inconsistency between table FMIOI and workflow for the current document ?

  The SAP error message FMBLEXT000 indicates an inconsistency between the table FMIOI (which is related to the Funds Management module) and the workflow for the current document. This error typically arises in the context of budgetary control and funds management processes, where the system expects certain data to be consistent across different tables and workflows.
  Cause:
  
  
  Data Inconsistency: The most common cause of this error is that the data in the FMIOI table does not match the expected workflow status or data for the document being processed. This can happen due to:
  
  Manual changes to the database that bypassed standard processes.
  Incomplete or failed transactions that left the system in an inconsistent state.
  Issues during document posting or approval processes.
  
  
  
  Workflow Configuration Issues: There may be a misconfiguration in the workflow settings that leads to discrepancies between the expected and actual data.
  
  
  System Bugs or Updates: Sometimes, bugs in the SAP system or issues arising from recent updates or patches can lead to inconsistencies.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Document Status: Verify the status of the document in question. Ensure that it is in the correct state for processing and that all necessary approvals have been completed.
  
  
  Review FMIOI Table: Use transaction codes like SE16 or SE16N to view the FMIOI table and check for any inconsistencies. Look for entries that do not match the expected workflow status.
  
  
  Reprocess the Document: If the document is in an inconsistent state, try to reverse or reprocess it. This may involve deleting the document and recreating it, or using specific transaction codes to reset its status.
  
  
  Workflow Monitoring: Use transaction SWI1 (Workflow Overview) to monitor the workflow associated with the document. Check for any errors or issues in the workflow that may need to be addressed.
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error. There may be patches or updates available that resolve known issues.
  
  
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists and cannot be resolved through the above steps, consider reaching out to SAP Support for assistance. Provide them with detailed information about the error, including the document number and any relevant logs.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as:
  
  SE16/SE16N: For table data browsing.
  SWI1: For workflow monitoring.
  FMX1: For managing funds management documents.
  
  
  
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to Funds Management and Workflow to understand the expected behavior and configurations.
  
  
  Testing Environment: If possible, replicate the issue in a testing environment to better understand the cause without affecting production data.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the FMBLEXT000 error and take appropriate action to resolve it.