How To Fix FMRB502 - Invalid RIB rule: value &2 for the field &1 does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 502

• Message text: Invalid RIB rule: value &2 for the field &1 does not exist

What causes this issue?

The <DS:SIMG.FMBCS_FMRBDERIMD>derivation strategy for generation of RIB
rules</> assigned the value <LB>&V2&</> to the field <LB>&V1&</>. This
value, however, is not valid.

System Response

The RIB rule cannot be created for the following combination of
<DS:DE.BURB_RBBLDNR>budget category for RIB</>, fiscal year (or if
applicable, fiscal year and year of cash effectivity) and RIB object:
<LB>&V3&</><LB>&V4&</>

How to fix this error?

Check the derivation strategy for generation of RIB rules in
Customizing.

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.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FMRB502 - Invalid RIB rule: value &2 for the field &1 does not exist ?

  The SAP error message FMRB502 indicates that there is an issue with a RIB (Resource Information Block) rule in the context of Financial Management (FM) or Budget Control System (BCS). The message states that the value provided for a specific field does not exist in the system.
  Cause:
  The error typically arises due to one of the following reasons:
  
  Invalid Value: The value entered for the specified field does not match any of the valid entries defined in the system. This could be due to a typo or an incorrect value being used.
  Missing Configuration: The configuration for the RIB rule may not be set up correctly, or the necessary entries may not have been created in the relevant tables.
  Data Consistency Issues: There may be inconsistencies in the data, such as missing master data or incorrect settings in the configuration.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check the Value: Verify the value being used for the field specified in the error message. Ensure that it is correct and exists in the relevant master data or configuration tables.
  
  
  Review RIB Configuration: 
  
  Go to the configuration settings for RIB rules in the SAP system.
  Check if the RIB rule is correctly defined and if all necessary values are included.
  Ensure that the field in question is properly configured and that the value exists in the corresponding table.
  
  
  
  Master Data Check: 
  
  Ensure that all required master data is maintained and that there are no missing entries that could lead to this error.
  If the field is related to a specific master data object (like cost centers, funds, etc.), check that the object exists and is active.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific details about the RIB rules and the fields involved. This can provide insights into what values are expected.
  
  
  Testing: After making any changes, test the process again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  Contact Support: If the issue cannot be resolved through the above steps, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP team for further assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like FMBB (Budgeting) or FMX1 (Create RIB) to access the relevant configurations.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to the error message FMRB502, as they may provide additional context or solutions.
  Documentation: Review the SAP Help Portal for detailed information on RIB rules and their configuration.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the FMRB502 error in your SAP system.