How To Fix FMCF012 - There is no pre-selection in FM area &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FMCF -

• Message number: 012

• Message text: There is no pre-selection in FM area &1

Self-Explanatory Message

Since SAP believes that this specific error message is 'self-explanatory,' no more information has been given.The majority of messages in the SAP system have a message text, however this is frequently insufficient to comprehend or resolve the problem.

To make things easier, more detailed information is frequently added to describe the issue, how to fix it, and the necessary steps or configuration modifications.

Unfortunately, there isn't any extra information in this error notice.

What else can you do?

First, use our AnswerBot below to get a possible cause and solution (requires a premium subscription).

Also, review the in-depth Common Questions & Answers listed below; you could discover a solution there or be able to connect with others who have faced similar challenges.

You can also try searching the SAP support portal (support.sap.com) but you need a special user ID to access it. It is possible that an SAP support note exists that provides additional details about the mistake or even steps for fixing it.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FMCF012 - There is no pre-selection in FM area &1 ?

  The SAP error message FMCF012 ("There is no pre-selection in FM area &1") typically occurs in the context of Funds Management (FM) when you are trying to execute a transaction or report that requires a pre-selection of data in a specific Funds Management area, but no such pre-selection has been defined.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Pre-selection: The error indicates that there is no pre-selection defined for the specified Funds Management area. This could happen if the configuration for the FM area is incomplete or if the necessary pre-selection criteria have not been set up.
  Incorrect FM Area: The FM area specified in the transaction may not have any pre-selection criteria defined in the system.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues in the configuration of the Funds Management module, particularly related to the settings for pre-selection.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Pre-selection Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for Funds Management in SAP (transaction code SPRO).
  Navigate to the relevant section for defining pre-selection criteria for the FM area.
  Ensure that the necessary pre-selection criteria are defined for the FM area in question.
  
  
  
  Define Pre-selection:
  
  If no pre-selection exists, you may need to create one. This involves specifying the criteria that should be used for pre-selection in the FM area.
  Make sure to save your changes and transport them if necessary.
  
  
  
  Verify FM Area:
  
  Double-check that you are using the correct FM area in your transaction. If you are working with multiple FM areas, ensure that you are referencing the one that has the required pre-selection.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources related to Funds Management to understand the requirements for pre-selection and how to configure it properly.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue through configuration, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance, especially if this is a production environment.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as FMAVCR01 (for budget availability control) or FMF1 (for creating FM documents) that may be related to your task.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to the FMCF012 error message, as they may provide additional insights or patches that could resolve the issue.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that the user executing the transaction has the necessary authorizations to access and modify Funds Management settings.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the FMCF012 error and implement a solution to resolve it.