How To Fix FMCF416 - No rejection reason relevant to commitment is maintained

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FMCF -

• Message number: 416

• Message text: No rejection reason relevant to commitment is maintained

What causes this issue?

No statistical reasons for rejection have been defined in the
implementation guide for sales line items.

System Response

The revenue commitment for a sales order item in Funds Management is
only definitively deleted if a statistical <DS:DE.ABGRU>reason for
rejection</> is set.

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

Create at least one reason for rejection that is selected in the column
<DS:DE.KOWRR>Stat.</>.
INCLUDE NA_PSM_CUSTOMIZ OBJECT DOKU ID TX

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FMCF416 - No rejection reason relevant to commitment is maintained ?

  The SAP error message FMCF416 "No rejection reason relevant to commitment is maintained" typically occurs in the context of financial transactions, particularly when dealing with commitments in the SAP system. This error indicates that the system is unable to process a transaction because there is no defined rejection reason that is relevant to the commitment being processed.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The most common cause of this error is that the necessary configuration for rejection reasons related to commitments has not been set up in the system.
  Incorrect Transaction Type: The transaction type being used may not have a corresponding rejection reason defined.
  Data Entry Issues: There may be issues with the data being entered, such as incorrect or incomplete information.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the FMCF416 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Navigate to the configuration settings for commitment management in SAP.
  Ensure that rejection reasons are defined for the relevant transaction types. This can typically be found in the customizing settings under Financial Accounting (FI) or Controlling (CO) modules.
  Use transaction code SPRO to access the configuration menu, and look for the section related to commitment management.
  
  
  
  Define Rejection Reasons:
  
  If no rejection reasons are defined, you will need to create them. This can usually be done in the same configuration area where you check for existing reasons.
  Make sure to assign the rejection reasons to the appropriate commitment types.
  
  
  
  Review Transaction Type:
  
  Verify that the transaction type you are using is correct and that it is linked to the appropriate rejection reasons.
  
  
  
  Data Validation:
  
  Double-check the data you are entering in the transaction. Ensure that all required fields are filled out correctly and that the data is valid.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for more detailed guidance on commitment management and rejection reasons.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the transaction again to ensure that the error has been resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SPRO (Customizing), FMX1 (Create Commitment), and FMX2 (Change Commitment) to navigate through the system effectively.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message, as they may provide additional insights or patches that could resolve the issue.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to create or modify rejection reasons and commitments.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in financial management within SAP.