How To Fix FMCA_TRM_MD002 - Contract account category &1 is not defined by revenue type &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FMCA_TRM_MD - PSCD: Master Data for TRM

• Message number: 002

• Message text: Contract account category &1 is not defined by revenue type &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FMCA_TRM_MD002 - Contract account category &1 is not defined by revenue type &2 ?

  The SAP error message FMCA_TRM_MD002 indicates that there is an issue with the configuration of contract accounts in relation to revenue types. Specifically, it means that the contract account category specified in the error message is not defined for the revenue type indicated.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The contract account category (e.g., customer, vendor) is not properly configured for the specified revenue type in the system.
  Incorrect Revenue Type: The revenue type being used may not be applicable to the contract account category.
  Data Entry Error: There may be a typo or incorrect entry in the contract account or revenue type fields.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings in SAP for contract accounts and revenue types.
  Ensure that the contract account category is defined for the specified revenue type.
  You can check this in the following path: 
  
  SPRO ? Financial Accounting ? Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payable ? Contract Accounts Receivable and Payable ? Basic Settings ? Define Contract Account Categories.
  
  
  Ensure that the revenue type is linked to the correct contract account category.
  
  
  
  Define Missing Entries:
  
  If the contract account category is not defined for the revenue type, you will need to create the necessary configuration.
  This may involve defining new entries or modifying existing ones to ensure that the relationship between contract account categories and revenue types is established.
  
  
  
  Review Data Entries:
  
  Check the entries in the transaction that triggered the error. Ensure that the contract account and revenue type are correctly entered and correspond to the defined categories in the configuration.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources for additional guidance on configuring contract accounts and revenue types.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, perform a test transaction to ensure that the error no longer occurs.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like OBYC (for automatic account determination) or OBA7 (for revenue type configuration) to access relevant settings.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to the configuration settings.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in Financial Accounting (FI) or Contract Accounts Receivable and Payable (FI-CA).