How To Fix FMCF270 - Carryforward level reset

FMCF270 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FMCF -

• Message number: 270

• Message text: Carryforward level reset

What causes this issue?

The document or its preceding document was already carried forward more
than once with the commitment carryforward.
The carryforward level can be increased to a maximum of value 9 for the
document chain of the line item to be carried forward.

System Response

The system resets the carryforward level.

How to fix this error?

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FMCF270 - Carryforward level reset ?

  The SAP error message FMCF270, which states "Carryforward level reset," typically occurs in the context of financial accounting and controlling, particularly during the carryforward process in SAP. This error can arise when there are inconsistencies or issues with the carryforward settings or data.
  
  Cause:
  
  Inconsistent Carryforward Settings: The carryforward levels may not be properly defined or configured in the system.
  Missing Data: Required data for the carryforward process may be missing or incomplete.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to perform the carryforward.
  Technical Issues: There may be underlying technical issues, such as database inconsistencies or system errors.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Carryforward Settings: 
  
  Navigate to the configuration settings for carryforward in the SAP system (usually found in the Financial Accounting or Controlling module).
  Ensure that the carryforward levels are correctly defined and that all necessary parameters are set.
  
  
  
  Review Data Completeness:
  
  Verify that all required data for the carryforward process is complete and accurate.
  Check for any missing