How To Fix FMCF708 - Total amounts cannot be determined; see error message(s)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FMCF -

• Message number: 708

• Message text: Total amounts cannot be determined; see error message(s)

What causes this issue?

You want to display the total amounts for a document chain. The system
cannot determine the overall amounts because errors occurred in the
chain and it cannot be carried forward. Total amounts can only be
displayed for chains without errors.

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?

To display the total amounts, you have to use the error messages to fix
the errors in the chain so that it can be carried forward.

Procedure for System Administrators

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Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FMCF708 - Total amounts cannot be determined; see error message(s) ?

  The SAP error message FMCF708 ("Total amounts cannot be determined; see error message(s)") typically occurs in the context of financial transactions, particularly when dealing with the Financial Accounting (FI) or Controlling (CO) modules. This error indicates that the system is unable to calculate the total amounts for a transaction due to missing or incorrect data.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Data: Required fields or data elements may be missing in the transaction or document.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be issues with the configuration of the financial settings, such as account determination or cost center settings.
  Currency Issues: Problems with currency conversion or missing exchange rates can lead to this error.
  Incomplete Master Data: Related master data (like cost centers, profit centers, or internal orders) may not be set up correctly or may be incomplete.
  Posting Period Issues: The posting period may be closed or not open for the transaction being processed.
  Document Type Issues: The document type used may not be configured correctly for the transaction.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check for Missing Data: Review the transaction for any missing mandatory fields. Ensure that all required information is filled out correctly.
  Review Configuration: Check the configuration settings in the Financial Accounting and Controlling modules to ensure they are set up correctly.
  Verify Currency Settings: Ensure that the currency settings are correct and that the necessary exchange rates are maintained in the system.
  Validate Master Data: Check the relevant master data (cost centers, profit centers, etc.) to ensure they are correctly set up and active.
  Check Posting Period: Ensure that the posting period is open for the transaction date. If it is closed, you may need to open it or post in a different period.
  Document Type Configuration: Verify that the document type used for the transaction is configured correctly and is allowed for the type of posting you are trying to make.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like FB03 (Display Document), FBL1N (Vendor Line Items), or FBL3N (G/L Account Line Items) to investigate the documents and see if there are any related issues.
  Error Log: Check the error log or message log for additional error messages that may provide more context on the issue.
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address specific issues related to this error message.
  Consult Documentation: Review SAP documentation or help files related to financial postings and error handling for more detailed guidance.
  
  If the issue persists after checking these areas, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in the relevant module.