How To Fix FMCE403 - Selected cover group does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FMCE - Cover Eligibility Messages

• Message number: 403

• Message text: Selected cover group does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FMCE403 - Selected cover group does not exist ?

  The SAP error message FMCE403, which states "Selected cover group does not exist," typically occurs in the context of Funds Management (FM) when a user attempts to process a transaction that references a cover group that has not been defined or is not available in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Non-existent Cover Group: The cover group you are trying to use has not been created in the system.
  Incorrect Configuration: The cover group may have been deleted or not properly configured in the system.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the cover group.
  Data Entry Error: There may be a typographical error in the cover group code entered by the user.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Cover Group Configuration:
  
  Navigate to the Funds Management configuration settings in SAP.
  Verify if the cover group you are trying to use exists. You can do this by going to the relevant transaction (e.g., FMX1 for creating cover groups) and checking the list of available cover groups.
  
  
  
  Create or Modify Cover Group:
  
  If the cover group does not exist, you may need to create it using the appropriate transaction (e.g., FMX1).
  If it exists but is not configured correctly, you may need to modify it.
  
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the cover group. This can be checked with your SAP security team.
  
  
  
  Correct Data Entry:
  
  Double-check the cover group code entered in the transaction for any typographical errors.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help files related to Funds Management for additional context on cover groups and their configuration.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as FMX1 (Create Cover Group), FMX2 (Change Cover Group), and FMX3 (Display Cover Group).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  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.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the FMCE403 error and successfully process your transaction in SAP.