How To Fix FMCA_INCORR057 - No requests exist for category &1 and the selected period

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FMCA_INCORR - Messages for Inbound Correspondence

• Message number: 057

• Message text: No requests exist for category &1 and the selected period

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FMCA_INCORR057 - No requests exist for category &1 and the selected period ?

  The SAP error message FMCA_INCORR057 indicates that there are no requests available for the specified category and the selected period in the context of Funds Management (FM) or Controlling (CO) modules. This error typically arises when trying to process or analyze financial data, such as during budget checks, fund allocations, or reporting.
  Cause:
  
  No Data Available: The most common cause is that there are simply no requests (e.g., budget requests, commitment items) recorded for the specified category and period.
  Incorrect Period: The selected period may not have any relevant data. This could be due to the fiscal year not being open or the period being outside the range of available data.
  Category Mismatch: The category specified in the request may not match any existing categories in the system.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to view the requests for the specified category and period.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the Funds Management module that prevent the system from retrieving the correct data.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Data Availability: Verify if there are any requests recorded for the specified category and period. You can do this by checking the relevant tables or using transaction codes like FMBB (for budget) or FMAVCR01 (for budget availability control).
  Adjust the Period: Ensure that the selected period is correct and that it falls within the fiscal year that is currently open. You can check the fiscal year settings in the configuration.
  Verify Category: Confirm that the category you are using is valid and exists in the system. You can check this in the configuration settings for Funds Management.
  Review Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to access the data for the specified category and period. You may need to consult with your SAP security team.
  Consult Configuration: If you suspect a configuration issue, consult with your SAP Basis