How To Fix FMFG557 - Fund cannot be changed. Source fund &1 <> target fund &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FMFG - U.S. Federal Government Message Class

• Message number: 557

• Message text: Fund cannot be changed. Source fund &1 <> target fund &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FMFG557 - Fund cannot be changed. Source fund &1 <> target fund &2 ?

  The SAP error message FMFG557 indicates that there is an attempt to change a fund in a financial transaction, but the source fund and target fund do not match. This typically occurs in the context of fund management within SAP, where funds are used to track and manage financial resources.
  Cause:
  The error arises when:
  
  A user attempts to change a fund in a transaction (such as a budget transfer or a commitment) where the source fund (the fund currently being used) is different from the target fund (the fund to which the change is being made).
  This can happen due to incorrect data entry, or if the transaction is not allowed to change funds due to configuration settings or business rules.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Verify Fund Information: Check the source fund and target fund in the transaction. Ensure that you are trying to change to the correct fund.
  
  
  Correct the Transaction: If the funds are indeed different and the change is not intended, revert the transaction to the original fund or select the correct target fund that matches the source fund.
  
  
  Review Configuration: If you believe the change should be allowed, review the configuration settings in SAP related to fund management. There may be restrictions in place that prevent changing funds in certain transactions.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or your organization's guidelines on fund management to understand the rules governing fund changes.
  
  
  Seek Help from SAP Support: If the issue persists and you cannot determine the cause, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP notes for further assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Types: Understand the specific transaction type you are working with, as different transactions may have different rules regarding fund changes.
  User Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to perform fund changes, as restrictions may be in place based on user roles.
  Fund Management Configuration: Familiarize yourself with the configuration settings in the Fund Management module of SAP, as these can impact how funds are managed and changed.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and take appropriate action to resolve it.