How To Fix FMCU099 - Cover eligibility is not active for FM area &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FMCU - Customizing for budgeting in FM

• Message number: 099

• Message text: Cover eligibility is not active for FM area &1

What causes this issue?

You have defined a budget type as eligible. However cover eligibility is
not active for FM area &V1&.

System Response

Processing stops.

How to fix this error?

Activate cover eligibility for FM area &V1& in the IMG activity
<DS:SIMG.FMBCS_V_FMCEACT>Activate Cover Eligibility</>.

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.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FMCU099 - Cover eligibility is not active for FM area &1 ?

  The SAP error message FMCU099, which states "Cover eligibility is not active for FM area &1," typically occurs in the context of Funds Management (FM) in SAP. This error indicates that the cover eligibility feature is not activated for the specified Funds Management area.
  Cause:
  
  
  Cover Eligibility Not Activated: The primary cause of this error is that the cover eligibility feature has not been activated for the specified FM area. Cover eligibility is a mechanism that allows for the management of budgetary controls and ensures that funds are available before commitments are made.
  
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the Funds Management settings that prevent the cover eligibility from being recognized.
  
  
  Incorrect FM Area: The FM area specified in the error message may not be correctly set up or may not exist in the system.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the FMCU099 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Activate Cover Eligibility:
  
  Go to the SAP Customizing Implementation Guide (SPRO).
  Navigate to Public Sector Management > Funds Management > Budget Control System > Define Cover Eligibility.
  Check if the cover eligibility is activated for the FM area in question. If not, activate it.
  
  
  
  Check FM Area Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the FM area specified in the error message is correctly configured.
  Verify that all necessary settings related to budget control and cover eligibility are properly defined.
  
  
  
  Review Authorization:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access and modify the cover eligibility settings.
  
  
  
  Test the Configuration:
  
  After making changes, test the configuration by attempting to execute the transaction that triggered the error again.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If the issue persists, refer to SAP documentation or consult with your SAP support team for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes such as FMAVCR01 (for cover eligibility) or FMBB (for budget changes) to manage and review cover eligibility settings.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to cover eligibility and Funds Management.
  User Forums: Consider visiting SAP community forums or user groups for additional insights and solutions from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the FMCU099 error and ensure that cover eligibility is properly configured for your FM area.