How To Fix FMCA_COV013 - Define a list type for the account balance in Customizing

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FMCA_COV -

• Message number: 013

• Message text: Define a list type for the account balance in Customizing

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FMCA_COV013 - Define a list type for the account balance in Customizing ?

  The SAP error message FMCA_COV013 indicates that there is a configuration issue related to the account balance in the Funds Management (FM) module. Specifically, it suggests that a list type for the account balance has not been defined in the Customizing settings.
  Cause:
  The error typically arises when the system is trying to process a transaction or report that requires a specific list type for displaying account balances, but this list type has not been configured in the system. This can happen due to:
  
  Missing configuration in the Funds Management settings.
  Incorrect or incomplete setup of the account balance types.
  Changes in the system that have not been properly reflected in the Customizing settings.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error FMCA_COV013, you need to define a list type for the account balance in the Customizing settings. Here are the steps to do this:
  
  
  Access Customizing:
  
  Go to the SAP Easy Access screen.
  Navigate to the Customizing menu: SPRO -> SAP Reference IMG.
  
  
  
  Navigate to Funds Management:
  
  Follow the path: Public Sector Management -> Funds Management -> Account Assignment -> Define List Types for Account Balances.
  
  
  
  Define List Type:
  
  In the configuration screen, you will see options to define list types.
  Create a new entry or modify an existing one to ensure that a list type is defined for the account balance.
  Make sure to specify the necessary parameters and settings according to your organization's requirements.
  
  
  
  Save Changes:
  
  After making the necessary changes, save your configuration.
  
  
  
  Test the Changes:
  
  After saving, test the transaction or report that previously generated the error to ensure that the issue has been resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Documentation: Refer to the SAP Help Portal or the specific documentation for your version of SAP for detailed instructions on configuring Funds Management.
  Transaction Codes: You may also want to familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as FMAVCR01 (for budget consumption) or FMJ1 (for budget management) to see how they interact with account balances.
  Support: If you continue to experience issues, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert who specializes in Funds Management.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the FMCA_COV013 error and ensure that your account balance list types are properly configured in SAP.