How To Fix FMCE306 - Commitment item &1 cannot be used for cover groups

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FMCE - Cover Eligibility Messages

• Message number: 306

• Message text: Commitment item &1 cannot be used for cover groups

What causes this issue?

You can only use commitment items of <DS:DE.FM_POTYP>commitment item
category</> 3 (expenditure) and of <DS:DE.FM_FIVOR>financial transaction
</> 30 for defining rules for cover eligibility.

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?

Use only commitment items with allowed attributes.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FMCE306 - Commitment item &1 cannot be used for cover groups ?

  The SAP error message FMCE306 indicates that a specific commitment item cannot be used for cover groups in the context of Funds Management (FM). This error typically arises when there is an attempt to use a commitment item that is not configured correctly for the intended purpose, such as covering expenses or obligations.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Configuration: The commitment item may not be set up to be used in cover groups. This can happen if the item is not marked as a cover item in the configuration settings.
  Incompatible Commitment Item: The commitment item may be restricted from being used in certain contexts or may not be compatible with the cover group being referenced.
  Missing Authorizations: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to use the specified commitment item in the cover group.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the Funds Management configuration settings in SAP (transaction code SPRO).
  Navigate to the relevant section for commitment items and cover groups.
  Ensure that the commitment item in question is properly configured to be used with cover groups. This may involve checking the settings for the commitment item and ensuring it is marked as usable for cover groups.
  
  
  
  Review Commitment Item:
  
  Verify that the commitment item is appropriate for the intended use. If it is not meant to be used in cover groups, consider using a different commitment item that is configured for that purpose.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to use the commitment item. This may involve checking user roles and permissions in the SAP system.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources related to Funds Management and commitment items to understand the specific requirements and configurations needed.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as:
  
  SPRO: For configuration settings.
  FMAVCR01: For checking commitment item settings.
  FMBB: For budget management and adjustments.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to the error message FMCE306 for additional insights or patches that may address the issue.
  
  
  Training and Documentation: Consider reviewing training materials or documentation on Funds Management in SAP to better understand how commitment items and cover groups function within the system.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.