How To Fix FMBWB051 - Inconsistency between family &1 and document family &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FMBWB - Budgeting Workbench

• Message number: 051

• Message text: Inconsistency between family &1 and document family &2

What causes this issue?

Inconsistency between selected document family &V1& and the family of
the selected document (&V2&).

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?

Specify either a document family or a document number.
If you specify both, the family should be the same as the family of the
document.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FMBWB051 - Inconsistency between family &1 and document family &2 ?

  The SAP error message FMBWB051 indicates an inconsistency between the family of a financial document and the family of the associated object (e.g., a budget, commitment, or other financial document). This error typically arises in the context of budget management or financial accounting when there is a mismatch in the expected document families.
  Cause:
  The inconsistency can occur due to several reasons:
  
  Configuration Issues: The document families may not be correctly configured in the system, leading to mismatches.
  Data Entry Errors: Incorrect data entry when creating or modifying documents can lead to inconsistencies.
  Changes in Document Families: If document families have been changed or reconfigured after documents were created, it can lead to inconsistencies.
  Integration Issues: If there are integrations with other systems or modules, discrepancies can arise if the document families are not aligned.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the FMBWB051 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Verify the configuration of document families in the system. Ensure that the document families are correctly defined and aligned with the expected settings.
  
  
  
  Review Document Families:
  
  Check the document family of the financial document and the associated object. Ensure that they match as expected.
  
  
  
  Correct Data Entry:
  
  If the error is due to incorrect data entry, correct the entries in the relevant documents to ensure consistency.
  
  
  
  Recreate Documents:
  
  In some cases, it may be necessary to delete and recreate the documents to ensure that they are assigned to the correct families.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on handling document families and related configurations.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists and you cannot identify the cause, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance. They can provide insights based on the specific configuration and version of your SAP system.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes that may help in troubleshooting, such as:
  
  FMBB: Budgeting
  FMAVCR01: Display Commitment
  FMAVCR02: Change Commitment
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message, as they may provide patches or additional guidance.
  User Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the inconsistency causing the FMBWB051 error in your SAP system.