How To Fix FMFG_BLEXT015 - Down payment without a reference obligation

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FMFG_BLEXT - Message class for BL extention for US Federal Government

• Message number: 015

• Message text: Down payment without a reference obligation

What causes this issue?

The US Federal extension of the Budgetary Ledger (BL) is active. When
you post a down payment, it is important to reference an obligation such
as a funds commitment or purchase order.
This transaction does not reference an obligation: this could result in
improper SGL postings.

System Response

Without the reference to an obligation in a down payment line item, it
is not possible to calculate the budget status of "Undelivered/Paid"
because there is no link between the paid amount and the delivered one
without a reference obligation value.

How to fix this error?

If your business scenario should not allow the posting of a down payment
without a reference obligation, change the message control to "Error".

Procedure for System Administrators

This is a customizable message with default severity of "warning", you
can change the severity if required.
The application area for this message is FMFG_BLEXT and message number
015.
Take into consideration that if this message is called from a report
during the END-OF-SELECTION event, you cannot change the severity so the
message is sent as hard error

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Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FMFG_BLEXT015 - Down payment without a reference obligation ?

  The SAP error message FMFG_BLEXT015 indicates that there is a down payment being processed without a corresponding reference obligation. This typically occurs in the context of Funds Management (FM) in SAP, where down payments are expected to be linked to a specific obligation (e.g., a purchase order or contract).
  Cause:
  
  Missing Reference Obligation: The down payment is being created without a reference to an obligation that it should be linked to.
  Incorrect Configuration: The system may not be configured correctly to allow down payments without obligations.
  Data Entry Error: The user may have inadvertently omitted the reference obligation during the transaction entry.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Reference Obligation: Ensure that the down payment transaction is linked to a valid reference obligation. This can typically be done by reviewing the transaction details and ensuring that the obligation number is entered correctly.
  Create an Obligation: If there is no existing obligation, you may need to create one before processing the down payment.
  Review Configuration: If the system is configured to require a reference obligation for down payments, you may need to review the configuration settings in the Funds Management module to ensure they align with your business processes.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or your organization's SAP support team for specific guidance on handling down payments and obligations in your version of SAP.
  Error Handling: If the error persists, consider checking for any additional error messages or logs that may provide more context on the issue.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes in SAP for managing down payments and obligations, such as F-47 (Down Payment Request) and F-48 (Down Payment Clearing).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary roles and authorizations to create down payments and obligations in the system.
  Training and Documentation: Consider providing training for users on the proper procedures for entering down payments and managing obligations to prevent future occurrences of this error.
  
  By addressing the underlying cause of the error and ensuring proper procedures are followed, you can resolve the issue and prevent it from recurring.