How To Fix FMCA_DM_EN026 - &1 open items were in debt set &2 and remain in debt set &2.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FMCA_DM_EN - Debt Management Messages

• Message number: 026

• Message text: &1 open items were in debt set &2 and remain in debt set &2.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FMCA_DM_EN026 - &1 open items were in debt set &2 and remain in debt set &2. ?

  The SAP error message FMCA_DM_EN026 indicates that there are open items in a debt set that are causing issues with the processing of financial transactions. This error typically arises in the context of the Funds Management (FM) module, particularly when dealing with budgetary control and open commitments.
  Cause:
  The error message FMCA_DM_EN026 occurs when:
  
  There are open items (e.g., commitments, obligations) that are still linked to a specific debt set.
  The system is trying to perform an operation (like closing a period, executing a transaction, etc.) that requires all open items to be cleared or processed.
  The debt set in question has not been fully processed or cleared, leading to inconsistencies in the financial data.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Identify Open Items: Use transaction codes such as FMAVCR01 (for budget consumption) or FMAVCR02 (for budget availability) to identify the open items associated with the debt set mentioned in the error message.
  
  
  Review Open Items: Check the details of the open items to understand why they are still open. This may involve reviewing commitments, obligations, or any other financial documents that are linked to the debt set.
  
  
  Clear Open Items: Depending on the nature of the open items, you may need to:
  
  Process or clear the commitments/obligations.
  Adjust or reverse any incorrect postings.
  Ensure that all necessary approvals and workflows are completed.
  
  
  
  Re-run the Transaction: After addressing the open items, attempt to re-run the transaction that triggered the error message.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: If the issue persists, refer to SAP documentation or consult with your SAP support team for further troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes in the Funds Management module, such as FMAVCR01, FMAVCR02, and FM5A (for budgetary control).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. You can search for the error message number in the SAP Support Portal.
  User Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to view and modify the financial documents related to the debt set.
  System Configuration: Sometimes, configuration settings in the Funds Management module may need to be reviewed to ensure they align with your organization's financial processes.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the underlying issues causing the FMCA_DM_EN026 error message.