How To Fix FMHIE206 - Transfer not allowed, only distribution process may be used

FMHIE206 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FMHIE - Budget Hierarchies

• Message number: 206

• Message text: Transfer not allowed, only distribution process may be used

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FMHIE206 - Details

• The SAP error message FMHIE206 "Transfer not allowed, only distribution process may be used" typically occurs in the context of fund management or budget control within SAP. This error indicates that a transfer of funds is not permitted in the current context, and only a distribution process can be utilized.
  
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Process Type: The error arises when a user attempts to perform a transfer operation where the system expects a distribution process. In SAP Fund Management, transfers and distributions are treated differently, and certain configurations or settings may restrict the use of transfers.
  Configuration Settings: The system may be configured to only allow distributions for specific funds or budget types, which can lead to this error if a transfer is attempted.
  Document Type Restrictions: The document type being used may not support transfers, leading to the error message.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Use Distribution Process: Instead of attempting to perform a transfer, use the distribution process as indicated