How To Fix FMCCAVC118 - Derivation strategy &1 for activity groups does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FMCCAVC - Message class CCAVC - Cash control

• Message number: 118

• Message text: Derivation strategy &1 for activity groups does not exist

What causes this issue?

The derivation strategy &V1& for activity groups does not exist in
client &V2&.

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?

We recommend that you copy the standard strategy from client 000 using
the IMG activity <DS:SIMG.SIMG_FA_AVC_STDCUST>Check Standard Customizing
of Cash Control</>.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FMCCAVC118 - Derivation strategy &1 for activity groups does not exist ?

  The SAP error message FMCCAVC118 indicates that there is an issue with the derivation strategy for activity groups in the context of the SAP Controlling (CO) module, specifically related to Activity-Based Costing (ABC) or similar functionalities. This error typically arises when the system cannot find a valid derivation strategy for the specified activity group.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Derivation Strategy: The derivation strategy for the specified activity group has not been defined in the system.
  Configuration Issues: There may be a configuration issue in the controlling area or the activity group settings.
  Incorrect Activity Group: The activity group specified in the transaction may not exist or may have been incorrectly entered.
  Transport Issues: If the configuration was recently transported from another system, it may not have been properly set up in the target system.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Define Derivation Strategy:
  
  Go to the configuration settings in SAP (Transaction SPRO).
  Navigate to the relevant path for defining derivation strategies for activity groups. This is usually found under:
  
  Controlling ? Cost Center Accounting ? Master Data ? Activity Types ? Define Derivation Strategy.
  
  
  Ensure that a derivation strategy is defined for the activity group in question.
  
  
  
  Check Activity Group:
  
  Verify that the activity group you are trying to use exists in the system. You can check this in the activity group master data.
  If it does not exist, you may need to create it or correct the entry.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Ensure that all necessary configurations related to the controlling area and activity types are correctly set up.
  Check if there are any missing settings that could affect the derivation strategy.
  
  
  
  Transport Issues:
  
  If the issue arose after a transport, check the transport logs to ensure that all necessary objects were transported correctly.
  If needed, re-transport the configuration or manually adjust the settings in the target system.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for more detailed guidance on setting up derivation strategies and activity groups.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like KP26 (Activity Type Planning) or KP06 (Cost Center Planning) to check related settings.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  User Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to view and modify the configuration settings.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or CO module expert for further investigation.