How To Fix FMCU138 - Multiple selection of FM accounts is restricted to one budget category

FMCU138 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FMCU - Customizing for budgeting in FM

• Message number: 138

• Message text: Multiple selection of FM accounts is restricted to one budget category

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FMCU138 - Multiple selection of FM accounts is restricted to one budget category ?

  The SAP error message FMCU138, which states "Multiple selection of FM accounts is restricted to one budget category," typically occurs in the context of Funds Management (FM) when you are trying to select multiple funds management accounts that belong to different budget categories in a single transaction or report. This restriction is in place because the system requires a clear association between the selected accounts and their respective budget categories to ensure accurate financial reporting and budget control.
  
  Cause:
  
  Multiple Budget Categories: You are attempting to select FM accounts that belong to different budget categories in a single operation.
  Transaction Type: The transaction or report you are using may not support multiple budget categories for the selected accounts.
  Configuration Settings: The system configuration may restrict the selection of accounts to ensure compliance with financial management policies.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Single Selection: Ensure that you are only selecting FM accounts that belong to the same budget category. Review your