How To Fix FMCA_PSOB095 - Open items: Obsolete indicators cannot be set

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FMCA_PSOB - Contract Object

• Message number: 095

• Message text: Open items: Obsolete indicators cannot be set

What causes this issue?

You want to flag this record on contract account data as obsolete. This
is not possible because there are still open items for this master
data.
If you set the obsolete indicator, this master data would be hidden in
the future in user dialogues and would therefore no longer be reached
using document navigation.

System Response

The obsolete indicator is not set.

How to fix this error?

Post the open items to a different combination of business partner,
contract account and, if necessary, contract obejct before you set the
obsolete indicator.

Procedure for System Administrators

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FMCA_PSOB095 - Open items: Obsolete indicators cannot be set ?

  The SAP error message FMCA_PSOB095, which states "Open items: Obsolete indicators cannot be set," typically occurs in the context of financial accounting and controlling, particularly when dealing with open items in accounts. This error indicates that there are open items in the system that cannot be marked as obsolete due to certain conditions not being met.
  Cause:
  
  
  Open Items: The error usually arises when there are still open items in the system that are linked to the account or transaction you are trying to process. The system does not allow marking these items as obsolete because they still have pending transactions or balances.
  
  
  Obsolete Indicator: The obsolete indicator is a flag that can be set on certain items to indicate that they are no longer relevant or should not be processed further. If there are open items, the system prevents this action to maintain data integrity.
  
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the financial module that restrict the ability to set obsolete indicators under certain conditions.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Review Open Items: Check the open items associated with the account or transaction. You can do this by running reports or using transaction codes like FBL1N (Vendor Line Item Display) or FBL3N (G/L Account Line Item Display) to identify any outstanding items.
  
  
  Clear Open Items: If possible, clear or settle the open items. This may involve processing payments, clearing transactions, or making necessary adjustments to ensure that there are no outstanding balances.
  
  
  Check Configuration: If you believe that the open items should not prevent the setting of the obsolete indicator, review the configuration settings in the Financial Accounting (FI) module. Consult with your SAP administrator or a functional consultant to ensure that the settings align with your business processes.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or support notes related to this error message for any specific guidelines or updates that may apply to your version of SAP.
  
  
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists and you cannot identify the cause, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance. They may provide insights based on the specific configuration and version of your SAP system.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes for managing open items, such as FBL1N, FBL3N, and FBL5N (for customer line items).
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to FMCA_PSOB095 for any patches or updates that may address this issue.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that the user attempting to set the obsolete indicator has the necessary authorizations to perform this action.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and understand the underlying issues related to open items and obsolete indicators in SAP.