How To Fix FMCHAIN007 - Document &1 has never been posted in Funds Management

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FMCHAIN - Extension about documents chain

• Message number: 007

• Message text: Document &1 has never been posted in Funds Management

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FMCHAIN007 - Document &1 has never been posted in Funds Management ?

  The SAP error message FMCHAIN007 indicates that a specific document (identified by &1) has never been posted in the Funds Management (FM) module. This error typically arises when there is an attempt to process or reference a document that is not recognized as having been posted in the FM system.
  Cause:
  
  
  Document Not Posted: The document in question has not been posted in the Funds Management module. This could be due to a variety of reasons, such as:
  
  The document was created but not saved or posted.
  The document was posted in a different module (e.g., Financial Accounting) but not in FM.
  The document was deleted or reversed after being posted.
  
  
  
  Incorrect Document Reference: The document number being referenced may be incorrect or may not exist in the system.
  
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the Funds Management settings that prevent the document from being recognized.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Document Status: Verify the status of the document in question. Ensure that it has been posted in the Funds Management module. You can do this by:
  
  Using transaction codes like FMAVCR01 (Display Document) or FMAVCR02 (Display Document with Line Items) to check the document's status.
  Checking the document in the relevant module (e.g., FI) to see if it exists there.
  
  
  
  Post the Document: If the document has not been posted, you will need to post it in the Funds Management module. Ensure that all necessary data is complete and correct before posting.
  
  
  Correct Document Reference: If the document number is incorrect, ensure that you are using the correct document number and try again.
  
  
  Review Configuration: If the document is supposed to be posted but is not recognized, review the configuration settings in the Funds Management module to ensure that everything is set up correctly.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for more detailed troubleshooting steps related to Funds Management errors.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes in SAP for Funds Management, such as:
  
  FMAVCR01: Display Document
  FMAVCR02: Display Document with Line Items
  FMBB: Budgeting
  FMBT: Transfer Budget
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. SAP Notes can provide additional context or solutions for specific scenarios.
  
  
  User Authorization: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to post documents in the Funds Management module.
  
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a technical consultant who specializes in Funds Management.