How To Fix FMCE314 - No external number range is defined for cover groups

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FMCE - Cover Eligibility Messages

• Message number: 314

• Message text: No external number range is defined for cover groups

What causes this issue?

No external number range has been maintained for FM area &V2& and fiscal
year &V3&.

System Response

Cover group &V1& cannot be created.

How to fix this error?

Maintain an external number range interval for the creation of cover
groups in the IMG activity <DS:SIMG.FMBCS_FMCECVGPNR>Maintain Number
Range for Cover Group</>.

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.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FMCE314 - No external number range is defined for cover groups ?

  The SAP error message FMCE314, which states "No external number range is defined for cover groups," typically occurs in the context of the Funds Management (FM) module when you are trying to create or manage cover groups without having the necessary external number range defined.
  Cause:
  The error is caused by the absence of an external number range for the cover groups in the configuration settings. Cover groups are used in the Funds Management module to manage budgetary control and are assigned a number range for identification. If this number range is not defined, the system cannot generate or assign a number to the cover group, leading to this error.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to define an external number range for cover groups in the SAP system. Here are the steps to do this:
  
  
  Access the Number Range Configuration:
  
  Go to the SAP Easy Access screen.
  Navigate to the following path: 
  SPRO -> SAP Reference IMG -> Public Sector Management -> Funds Management -> Master Data -> Define Number Ranges for Cover Groups
  
  
  
  
  Define the Number Range:
  
  In the configuration screen, you will see options to define number ranges.
  Create a new number range or modify an existing one to ensure that it is set as an external number range.
  Make sure to specify the interval for the number range and ensure that it is not overlapping with other number ranges.
  
  
  
  Assign the Number Range:
  
  After defining the number range, ensure that it is assigned to the relevant cover group types.
  
  
  
  Save the Configuration:
  
  Once you have made the necessary changes, save your configuration.
  
  
  
  Test the Changes:
  
  Try to create or manage the cover group again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like SPRO for configuration and FMAVCR01 for managing cover groups.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on Funds Management and number range configuration.
  Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes in the configuration settings.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to check for any additional configuration settings or consult with your SAP Basis or Functional team for further assistance.