How To Fix FMKU086 - The FM area of the document &1 is different from the one in input: &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FMKU - FM budgeting, kernel utilities

• Message number: 086

• Message text: The FM area of the document &1 is different from the one in input: &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FMKU086 - The FM area of the document &1 is different from the one in input: &2 ?

  The SAP error message FMKU086 indicates that there is a mismatch between the Funds Management (FM) area of a document and the FM area specified in the input. This typically occurs in the context of financial transactions where the system expects the FM area to be consistent across the document and the input data.
  Cause:
  
  Mismatch in FM Areas: The FM area of the document (e.g., a purchase order, invoice, etc.) does not match the FM area that is being referenced in the input data. This can happen if the document was created in a different FM area than the one being used for processing.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be configuration issues in the Funds Management settings that lead to inconsistencies in FM area assignments.
  Data Entry Errors: Manual data entry errors can lead to incorrect FM area assignments in the document or input data.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Document FM Area: Verify the FM area of the document in question. You can do this by checking the document details in the relevant transaction (e.g., FB03 for financial documents).
  Verify Input Data: Ensure that the FM area specified in the input data matches the FM area of the document. If they do not match, correct the input data to reflect the correct FM area.
  Review Configuration: If the issue persists, review the configuration settings in the Funds Management module to ensure that FM areas are correctly defined and assigned.
  Recreate Document: If necessary, you may need to recreate the document in the correct FM area if it was created incorrectly.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on handling FM area mismatches.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as FB03 (Display Document), FMX1 (Create FM Document), and FMX2 (Change FM Document) to navigate and troubleshoot effectively.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to FM area mismatches.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that users have the appropriate roles and authorizations to access and modify documents in the Funds Management area.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the FMKU086 error and ensure that the FM areas are consistent across your documents and input data.