How To Fix FMCF114 - Automatic carryforward is not active

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FMCF -

• Message number: 114

• Message text: Automatic carryforward is not active

What causes this issue?

Automatic carryforward is not active.

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?

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FMCF114 - Automatic carryforward is not active ?

  The SAP error message FMCF114, which states "Automatic carryforward is not active," typically occurs in the context of financial accounting and controlling when the system is unable to perform the automatic carryforward of balances from one fiscal year to the next. This can happen for various reasons, and understanding the cause and solution is essential for resolving the issue.
  Cause:
  
  Carryforward Not Activated: The automatic carryforward feature may not be activated in the system settings. This can happen if the configuration for the fiscal year-end closing process has not been properly set up.
  Incorrect Configuration: The settings in the controlling area or company code may not be configured to allow for automatic carryforward.
  Missing Authorizations: Users may not have the necessary authorizations to execute the carryforward process.
  Fiscal Year Settings: The fiscal year settings may not be correctly defined, leading to issues with the carryforward process.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Activate Automatic Carryforward:
  
  Go to the configuration settings in SAP (Transaction Code: SPRO).
  Navigate to Financial Accounting (New) > General Ledger Accounting (New) > Closing > Carryforward Balances.
  Ensure that the option for automatic carryforward is activated for the relevant company code or controlling area.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Verify that the fiscal year variant is correctly assigned to the company code and that the carryforward settings are properly configured.
  Ensure that the fiscal year-end closing process is correctly set up.
  
  
  
  Review Authorizations:
  
  Check the user roles and authorizations to ensure that the user executing the carryforward has the necessary permissions.
  
  
  
  Run Carryforward Manually:
  
  If automatic carryforward is not an option, consider running the carryforward process manually using the appropriate transaction (e.g., transaction code F.16 for carryforward balances).
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or consult with your SAP support team for specific guidance related to your system configuration.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as F.16 (Carryforward Balances), SPRO (Customizing), and others related to financial closing.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to FMCF114 for additional insights or patches that may address known issues.
  User Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups for shared experiences and solutions from other users who may have encountered the same error.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the FMCF114 error and implement the necessary solutions to resolve it.