How To Fix FMRB217 - Automatic cover group &1 does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FMRB - Revenue Increasing the Budget - FM specific part

• Message number: 217

• Message text: Automatic cover group &1 does not exist

What causes this issue?

Automatic cover group &V1& does not exist in fiscal year &V2& for budget
category &V3&.

System Response

Processing stops.

How to fix this error?

Choose an automatic cover group that does exist for the budget category.

Procedure for System Administrators

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FMRB217 - Automatic cover group &1 does not exist ?

  The SAP error message FMRB217 indicates that the automatic cover group specified in the system does not exist. This error typically arises in the context of financial management, particularly when dealing with budgetary control and funds management.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when:
  
  The specified automatic cover group (denoted as &1 in the error message) is not defined in the system.
  There may be a typo or incorrect entry in the configuration or transaction where the cover group is being referenced.
  The cover group may have been deleted or not properly set up in the system.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for the automatic cover groups in the SAP system. This can typically be found under the Funds Management (FM) module.
  Verify if the cover group you are trying to use is defined. You can do this by navigating to the relevant configuration path, usually found in the IMG (Implementation Guide).
  
  
  
  Create or Modify Cover Group:
  
  If the cover group does not exist, you will need to create it. This can be done through the transaction code FMX1 (for creating a cover group) or FMX2 (for modifying an existing cover group).
  Ensure that all necessary parameters and settings are correctly configured.
  
  
  
  Check for Typos:
  
  Double-check the entry where the cover group is being referenced to ensure there are no typographical errors.
  
  
  
  Authorization:
  
  Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to access and modify cover groups in the system.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help files related to Funds Management and cover groups for additional guidance.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  FMX1: Create Automatic Cover Group
  FMX2: Change Automatic Cover Group
  FMX3: Display Automatic Cover Group
  
  
  
  SAP Notes:
  
  Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  
  
  
  Documentation:
  
  Refer to the SAP Help Portal for detailed information on Funds Management and cover groups.
  
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.