How To Fix FMFG844 - Cannot derive an Internal Order or a WBS Element for order &1, item &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 844

• Message text: Cannot derive an Internal Order or a WBS Element for order &1, item &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FMFG844 - Cannot derive an Internal Order or a WBS Element for order &1, item &2 ?

  The SAP error message FMFG844 indicates that the system is unable to derive an Internal Order or a Work Breakdown Structure (WBS) element for a specific order and item. This error typically occurs in the context of financial transactions, particularly when dealing with budget management, project accounting, or internal orders.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Master Data: The internal order or WBS element may not exist in the system, or it may not be properly configured.
  Incorrect Configuration: The settings for the order type or the WBS element may not allow for the derivation of the required elements.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the internal order or WBS element.
  Incorrect Assignment: The transaction may be incorrectly assigned to an order type that does not support the derivation of internal orders or WBS elements.
  Budget Availability: If the budget is not available for the specified internal order or WBS element, the system may not allow the transaction to proceed.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Master Data: Verify that the internal order or WBS element exists and is correctly set up in the system. Ensure that all necessary fields are filled out.
  Review Configuration: Check the configuration settings for the order type and WBS elements in the SAP system. Ensure that they are set up to allow for the derivation of internal orders or WBS elements.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access and use the internal order or WBS element.
  Correct Assignment: Review the assignment of the transaction to ensure it is linked to the correct order type that supports the derivation.
  Budget Check: Ensure that there is sufficient budget available for the internal order or WBS element. If necessary, adjust the budget or reallocate funds.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes such as CJ20N (Project Builder) or KO02 (Change Internal Order) to check and modify the relevant data.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to this error message.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to internal orders and WBS elements for further insights into configuration and usage.
  
  If the issue persists after checking these areas, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in financial accounting or project management within SAP.