How To Fix FMEF_PSM003 - Earmarked fund item &1 &2 is the result of a document split

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FMEF_PSM - Earmarked Funds in PSM

• Message number: 003

• Message text: Earmarked fund item &1 &2 is the result of a document split

What causes this issue?

The earmarked fund item &V1& &V2& is the result of a document split. The
item can only be changed or deleted by an authorized person.

System Response

The change is rejected because you do not have the required
authorization.

How to fix this error?

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FMEF_PSM003 - Earmarked fund item &1 &2 is the result of a document split ?

  The SAP error message FMEF_PSM003 indicates that there is an issue related to earmarked funds in the context of document splitting. This error typically arises when a financial document is split into multiple line items due to the document splitting functionality in SAP, and it affects the earmarked funds associated with those line items.
  Cause:
  
  Document Splitting: The error occurs when a financial document is split into multiple line items, and the earmarked fund item cannot be processed correctly because it is linked to a specific line item that has been split.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the document splitting settings or in the management of earmarked funds.
  Inconsistent Data: The data related to the earmarked funds may be inconsistent or not properly maintained, leading to issues when the document is processed.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Document Splitting Configuration: Review the configuration settings for document splitting in your SAP system. Ensure that the settings are correctly defined for handling earmarked funds.
  Review Earmarked Fund Items: Check the earmarked fund items involved in the transaction. Ensure that they are correctly defined and that there are no inconsistencies in the data.
  Adjust the Document: If possible, adjust the financial document to avoid the split or to ensure that the earmarked fund items are correctly associated with the split line items.
  Consult SAP Notes: Look for relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error. SAP frequently releases updates and patches that can resolve known issues.
  Testing: After making changes, perform testing to ensure that the issue is resolved and that earmarked funds are processed correctly in future transactions.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Document Splitting: This is a feature in SAP that allows for the automatic splitting of accounting documents into multiple line items based on certain criteria (e.g., profit centers, segments).
  Earmarked Funds: These are funds that are reserved for specific purposes and are tracked separately in the financial system.
  SAP Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance, providing them with detailed information about the error and the context in which it occurs.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.