How To Fix FMCU085 - Release scenario is not supported with FM area &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FMCU - Customizing for budgeting in FM

• Message number: 085

• Message text: Release scenario is not supported with FM area &1

What causes this issue?

Release is not defined for FM area &V1&.

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?

If you want to define a release scenario with FM area &V1&, select the
IMG activity <DS:SIMG.FMBCS_V_FMRELSTATE>Define Release Scenario</>.
Alternatively you can select another FM area.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FMCU085 - Release scenario is not supported with FM area &1 ?

  The SAP error message FMCU085, which states "Release scenario is not supported with FM area &1," typically occurs in the context of Funds Management (FM) in SAP. This error indicates that the release scenario you are trying to use is not compatible with the specified Funds Management area.
  Cause:
  
  Incompatible Release Scenario: The release scenario you are attempting to use is not defined or supported for the specific Funds Management area (FM area) indicated by &1 in the error message.
  Configuration Issues: There may be a misconfiguration in the Funds Management settings, where the release scenario is not properly assigned to the FM area.
  Missing Customization: The necessary customization for the release scenario may not have been completed for the FM area in question.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Release Scenario Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for Funds Management in SAP (transaction code SPRO).
  Navigate to the relevant section for defining release scenarios and ensure that the release scenario you are trying to use is correctly configured for the FM area in question.
  
  
  
  Assign Release Scenario to FM Area:
  
  If the release scenario is not assigned to the FM area, you will need to do so. This can typically be done in the configuration settings where you define the relationship between release scenarios and FM areas.
  
  
  
  Review Documentation:
  
  Check the SAP documentation or help files related to Funds Management and release scenarios to ensure that you are following the correct procedures.
  
  
  
  Consult with SAP Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue through configuration, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance. They may provide insights specific to your system configuration.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making any changes, perform tests to ensure that the release scenario now works as expected with the specified FM area.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SPRO (Customizing), FMAVC (for checking availability control), and FMBB (for budget management).
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to FMCU085 for any known issues or additional guidance.
  User Forums: Consider checking SAP community forums or user groups for discussions related to this error, as other users may have encountered and resolved similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the FMCU085 error and implement a solution to resolve it.