How To Fix FMCF777 - Document &1/&2 was not yet carried forward; autom.carryforward forbidden

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FMCF -

• Message number: 777

• Message text: Document &1/&2 was not yet carried forward; autom.carryforward forbidden

What causes this issue?

You have not yet carried the line &V2& in the accounting document &V1&
during a standard fiscal year change in the <DS:DE.BUBAS_PLDNR>posting
ledger</> <ZH>&V3&</> forward to the fiscal year &V4&.

System Response

A standard fiscal year change using the transaction <ZH>FMJ2</> is the
prerequisite for a new automatic commitment carryforward.
This means that the current program is not able to perform this
automatic commitment carryforward.

How to fix this error?

If necessary, carry the document &V1& forward to the fiscal year &V4&
using transaction <ZH>FMJ2</>.

Procedure for System Administrators

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

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FMCF777 - Document &1/&2 was not yet carried forward; autom.carryforward forbidden ?

  The SAP error message FMCF777 indicates that a document (identified by &1 and &2) has not yet been carried forward, and as a result, automatic carryforward is forbidden. This error typically occurs in the context of financial accounting, particularly when dealing with year-end closing processes or when trying to carry forward balances from one period to another.
  Cause:
  
  Document Not Carried Forward: The document in question has not been processed for carryforward. This can happen if the document is still in a pending state or if it has not been included in the carryforward process.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the system that prevent automatic carryforward for certain types of documents or accounts.
  Timing Issues: The carryforward process may not have been executed for the relevant fiscal year or period, leading to this error when attempting to perform operations that depend on the carryforward being completed.
  
  Solution:
  
  Manual Carryforward: Check if the document needs to be manually carried forward. You can do this by navigating to the appropriate transaction (e.g., transaction code F.16 for carryforward balances) and ensuring that the document is included in the carryforward process.
  Check Document Status: Verify the status of the document. If it is still in a draft or incomplete state, complete the necessary steps to finalize it before attempting to carry it forward.
  Review Configuration: If the issue persists, review the configuration settings related to carryforward in the Financial Accounting (FI) module. Ensure that the settings allow for the automatic carryforward of the relevant documents.
  Run Year-End Closing: If you are in the process of year-end closing, ensure that all necessary steps have been completed for the previous fiscal year, including the carryforward of balances.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on the carryforward process and any prerequisites that must be met.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as F.16 (Carryforward Balances) and F.01 (Financial Statements) to manage carryforward processes.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message, as they may provide additional insights or patches that address known issues.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that the user attempting to carry forward the document has the necessary authorizations to perform this action.
  
  If the problem continues after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in Financial Accounting to further investigate the issue.