How To Fix FMFG847 - Field & cannot be initial in the field status customizing.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 847

• Message text: Field & cannot be initial in the field status customizing.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FMFG847 - Field & cannot be initial in the field status customizing. ?

  The SAP error message FMFG847 indicates that a specific field cannot be left empty (initial) based on the field status settings in the system. This error typically occurs in the context of Financial Management (FM) or Funds Management (FM) modules when trying to post a transaction or create a document that requires certain mandatory fields to be filled.
  Cause:
  The error arises when:
  
  A required field (denoted by the & in the error message) is not filled in during a transaction.
  The field status configuration in the system has been set to require a value for that specific field.
  The field in question is part of a document or transaction that mandates certain data to be present for processing.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the FMFG847 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Identify the Field: Check the error message to identify which specific field is causing the issue. The & symbol will be replaced with the name of the field that is required.
  
  
  Fill in the Required Field: Ensure that the required field is filled in with valid data before attempting to save or post the transaction again.
  
  
  Review Field Status Configuration:
  
  Go to the field status configuration in the SAP system (transaction code OBR1 for General Ledger or FMX1 for Funds Management).
  Check the field status group assigned to the relevant transaction type and see if the field is set to "Required Entry."
  If necessary, modify the field status group to change the requirement for that field, but be cautious as this may affect other transactions.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation: If you are unsure about the required fields for a specific transaction, refer to the SAP documentation or consult with your SAP functional consultant.
  
  
  Testing: After making the necessary changes or filling in the required fields, test the transaction again to ensure that the error does not reoccur.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Field Status Groups: These are configurations that determine which fields are mandatory, optional, or suppressed during document entry.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes for managing field status, such as OBR1, OBR2, FMX1, and FMX2.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to make changes to field status settings if required.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a technical consultant for further assistance.