How To Fix FMCU137 - Profile &1 does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FMCU - Customizing for budgeting in FM

• Message number: 137

• Message text: Profile &1 does not exist

What causes this issue?

The profile &v1&, which is used for setting changeable fields for
preposted documents, does not exist.

System Response

Processing stops.

How to fix this error?

Create the changeable field profile for preposted documents in the IMG
activity <DS:SIMG.FMBCS_VC_FMCUPRP>Define Profile for Changeable Fields
in Preposted Budget Documents</>.

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.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FMCU137 - Profile &1 does not exist ?

  The SAP error message FMCU137, which states "Profile &1 does not exist," typically occurs in the context of financial accounting or controlling modules when the system is unable to find a specified profile. This can happen in various scenarios, such as when trying to execute a transaction that requires a specific configuration profile that has not been defined in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Profile: The specified profile (indicated by &1) has not been created or is not available in the system.
  Incorrect Profile Name: There may be a typo or incorrect reference to the profile name in the transaction or configuration.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the profile.
  Transport Issues: If the profile was recently transported from another system, it may not have been included in the transport request.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Profile Existence:
  
  Go to the relevant configuration transaction (e.g., SPRO) and navigate to the area where the profile should be defined.
  Verify if the profile exists in the system.
  
  
  
  Create or Modify Profile:
  
  If the profile does not exist, you may need to create it. Follow the necessary steps in the configuration to define the profile.
  If the profile exists but is not configured correctly, modify it as needed.
  
  
  
  Verify Profile Name:
  
  Double-check the spelling and format of the profile name in the transaction or configuration where the error occurred.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the profile. This may involve checking user roles and permissions.
  
  
  
  Transport Check:
  
  If the profile was supposed to be transported from another system, check the transport logs to ensure it was included and successfully imported.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance related to the profile in question.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Depending on the context, you may need to use transaction codes like SPRO (for configuration), SU01 (for user management), or SE09/SE10 (for transport management).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to the FMCU137 error.
  Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the FMCU137 error and ensure that the required profile is correctly set up in your SAP system.