How To Fix FMCF293 - Receiver account assignment for document &1/item &2 cannot be selected

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FMCF -

• Message number: 293

• Message text: Receiver account assignment for document &1/item &2 cannot be selected

What causes this issue?

The program only determined one receiver account assignment for document
&V1& item &V2& in accordance with your derivation strategy.

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?

If you want to have a selection of several receiver account assignments,
ask your system administrator to ensure that your
<DS:SIMG._ISPSFM_FMYC>Derivation Strategy for Reassignment</> is
adjusted accordingly in Customizing.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FMCF293 - Receiver account assignment for document &1/item &2 cannot be selected ?

  The SAP error message FMCF293 indicates that there is an issue with the account assignment for a specific document and item in the Financial Accounting (FI) module. This error typically arises when the system cannot determine a valid receiver account assignment for the specified document and item.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Account Assignment: The account assignment for the specified document or item may not be defined or may be missing in the configuration.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration settings for the account assignment may not be set up correctly, leading to the inability to select a valid receiver account.
  Document Type Restrictions: The document type being used may have restrictions that prevent certain account assignments from being selected.
  Master Data Issues: There may be issues with the master data (e.g., vendor, customer, or cost center) that are linked to the document and item.
  Posting Period Issues: The posting period may be closed, preventing any changes or postings to be made.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Account Assignment: Verify that the account assignment for the document and item is correctly defined. Ensure that the necessary accounts are set up in the system.
  Review Configuration: Check the configuration settings for the relevant account assignment categories in the SAP system. Ensure that they are correctly set up to allow for the selection of the receiver account.
  Document Type Settings: Review the settings for the document type being used. Ensure that it allows for the necessary account assignments.
  Master Data Verification: Check the master data associated with the document and item. Ensure that all relevant data is complete and accurate.
  Posting Period Check: Verify that the posting period is open. If it is closed, you may need to open it or create a new posting period.
  Consult SAP Notes: Look for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message. SAP Notes often provide additional insights or patches for known issues.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes such as FB50 (General Ledger Account Document Entry), FBL1N (Vendor Line Item Display), or FBL3N (G/L Account Line Item Display) to investigate the document and account assignments.
  SAP Help Documentation: Refer to the SAP Help Portal for detailed documentation on account assignments and configuration settings.
  Support: If the issue persists, 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 identify the cause of the FMCF293 error and implement a solution to resolve it.