How To Fix FMCF295 - Receiver account assignment must be unique

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FMCF -

• Message number: 295

• Message text: Receiver account assignment must be unique

What causes this issue?

The program determined a number of possible receiver account assignments
for reassignment in accordance with the account assignment derivation.
However, when down payments and down payment clearings are carried
forward, it is not possible to select receiver account assignments in
dialog.

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?

Ask your system administrator to adjust the
<DS:SIMG._ISPSFM_FMYC>Derivation Strategy for Commitment Carryforward</>
in Customizing so that only one receiver account assignment is
determined for the <DS:DE.FM_WRTTP>value type</> 61.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FMCF295 - Receiver account assignment must be unique ?

  The SAP error message FMCF295, which states "Receiver account assignment must be unique," typically occurs in the context of financial transactions, particularly when dealing with cost centers, internal orders, or other account assignments in SAP. This error indicates that the system has detected a duplicate account assignment for a particular transaction, which is not allowed.
  Cause:
  
  Duplicate Account Assignment: The most common cause of this error is that the same account assignment (e.g., cost center, internal order) is being used multiple times in a single transaction or document.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be configuration settings in the system that enforce unique account assignments for certain types of transactions.
  Data Entry Errors: Users may inadvertently enter the same account assignment multiple times when creating or modifying a transaction.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Account Assignments: Review the account assignments in the transaction or document that triggered the error. Ensure that each account assignment is unique and not repeated.
  Modify the Transaction: If duplicates are found, modify the transaction to remove the duplicate account assignment. This may involve changing the account assignment for one of the entries or splitting the transaction into separate entries.
  Review Configuration: If the issue persists, consult with your SAP configuration team to review the settings related to account assignments. They may need to adjust the configuration to allow for the intended use case.
  User Training: Provide training to users on how to correctly enter account assignments to avoid duplication errors in the future.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: This error can occur in various transaction codes related to financial postings, such as FB50 (General Ledger), F-02 (Post Document), or during the creation of purchase orders or invoices.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions for common problems.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation for detailed information on account assignment rules and best practices for financial transactions.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in financial accounting within SAP.