How To Fix FMCU117 - Budget type group &1 does not exist for FM area &2, for &3

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FMCU - Customizing for budgeting in FM

• Message number: 117

• Message text: Budget type group &1 does not exist for FM area &2, for &3

What causes this issue?

The budget type group &V1& that you want to use is not defined in FM
area &V2& for &V3&.

System Response

Processing stops.

How to fix this error?

If the budget type group is used for budgeting purposes, you can define
the budget type group in the IMG activity <DS:SIMG.FMBCS_VC_FMBTG>Define
Budget Type Groups</>.
If the budget type group is used for statistical purposes, you can
define the budget type group in the IMG activity
<DS:SIMG.PSM_VC_FMSBTG>Define Budget Type Group for Statistical Budget
</>.

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 FMCU117 - Budget type group &1 does not exist for FM area &2, for &3 ?

  The SAP error message FMCU117 indicates that there is an issue with the budget type group in the context of Funds Management (FM). Specifically, it means that the budget type group you are trying to use does not exist for the specified FM area.
  Cause:
  
  Non-Existent Budget Type Group: The budget type group specified in the transaction does not exist in the system for the given FM area.
  Configuration Issues: The budget type group may not have been configured correctly in the system.
  Incorrect FM Area: The FM area specified may not be the one where the budget type group is defined.
  Data Entry Error: There may be a typographical error in the budget type group or FM area entered.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings in SAP for Funds Management.
  Navigate to the path: SPRO > Public Sector Management > Funds Management > Budget Control System > Define Budget Type Groups.
  Verify if the budget type group exists for the specified FM area.
  
  
  
  Create or Modify Budget Type Group:
  
  If the budget type group does not exist, you may need to create it.
  If it exists but is not correctly configured, you may need to modify it to ensure it is set up for the correct FM area.
  
  
  
  Verify FM Area:
  
  Ensure that you are using the correct FM area in your transaction. Cross-check the FM area with the one where the budget type group is defined.
  
  
  
  Check for Typographical Errors:
  
  Double-check the entries for any typographical errors in the budget type group or FM area.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review any relevant documentation or user manuals for your specific SAP implementation to ensure that you are following the correct procedures.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like FMBB (Budgeting) or FMAVCR01 (Display Budget) to check the budget settings.
  Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to view or modify budget type groups in the system.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant specializing in Funds Management.