How To Fix FMCA_INCORR103 - Automatic assignment not possible; see long text

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FMCA_INCORR - Messages for Inbound Correspondence

• Message number: 103

• Message text: Automatic assignment not possible; see long text

What causes this issue?

There are a number of open inbound correspondence requests for this
master data record and inbound correspondence category. In this case the
general period key '####' cannot guarantee a unique assignment,
therefore the system automatically creates numbered period keys (such as
#001) internally.

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?

As the system canot make an automatic assignment in this case, you must
assign the relevant period key manually.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FMCA_INCORR103 - Automatic assignment not possible; see long text ?

  The SAP error message FMCA_INCORR103 indicates that an automatic assignment of a financial document cannot be performed due to inconsistencies or missing information. This error typically arises in the context of Funds Management (FM) or Controlling (CO) when the system is unable to determine the appropriate assignment for a transaction.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Master Data: The relevant master data (e.g., cost centers, internal orders, funds centers) may not be properly maintained or may be missing.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration settings for automatic account assignment in the system may not be set up correctly.
  Inconsistent Data: There may be inconsistencies in the data being processed, such as invalid combinations of account assignments.
  Document Type Issues: The document type being used may not be compatible with the automatic assignment rules.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to perform the assignment.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Master Data: Verify that all relevant master data is correctly maintained and active. Ensure that cost centers, internal orders, and funds centers are properly set up.
  Review Configuration: Check the configuration settings for automatic account assignment in the SAP system. Ensure that the rules for assignment are correctly defined.
  Analyze Document: Review the document that triggered the error. Check for any missing or incorrect account assignment fields.
  Use Transaction Codes: Utilize transaction codes like FMAVCR01 (for checking budget availability) or KSB1 (for cost center reports) to analyze the data related to the error.
  Consult Long Text: The error message often has a long text that provides additional details about the specific issue. Access the long text for more context on the error.
  Check Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to perform the transaction.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as FB50 (for general ledger postings), FBL1N (for vendor line items), and FBL3N (for G/L account line items) to analyze the transactions.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help guides for detailed information on Funds Management and automatic account assignment processes.
  
  If the issue persists after checking these areas, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in the relevant module.