How To Fix FMRB514 - Invalid RIB object: element &1 is inactive

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 514

• Message text: Invalid RIB object: element &1 is inactive

What causes this issue?

The <DS:SIMG.FMBCS_FMRBDERIRO>derivation strategy for RIB objects</> has
assigned the value <LB>&V2&</> to the account assignment element <LB>
&V1&</> of the RIB object. This account assignment element, however, is
not active in your FM area. Therefore only the "blank" value is allowed
for this element.

System Response

The RIB object 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 original
budget address:
<LB>&V3&</><LB>&V4&</>

How to fix this error?

Check the derivation strategy for RIB objects 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.

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Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FMRB514 - Invalid RIB object: element &1 is inactive ?

  The SAP error message FMRB514 indicates that there is an issue with a RIB (Resource Information Block) object in the context of SAP's Funds Management (FM) module. Specifically, the error states that the element referenced (denoted by &1) is inactive, which means that the system is trying to access a RIB element that is not currently active or valid for processing.
  Cause:
  
  Inactive RIB Element: The most common cause of this error is that the RIB element you are trying to use has been marked as inactive in the system. This could happen due to changes in configuration or if the element was intentionally deactivated.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues in the configuration settings related to the RIB elements, such as missing or incorrect settings.
  Data Consistency: There might be inconsistencies in the data that are causing the system to reference an inactive element.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check RIB Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for RIB elements in the SAP system.
  Verify if the element referenced in the error message is indeed marked as inactive.
  If it is inactive and should be active, you can reactivate it.
  
  
  
  Reactivate the Element:
  
  If you have the necessary authorizations, you can reactivate the RIB element through the appropriate transaction codes (e.g., SPRO for configuration).
  Ensure that all dependencies and related settings are also correctly configured.
  
  
  
  Review Related Settings:
  
  Check if there are any related settings or dependencies that might affect the RIB element's status.
  Ensure that all necessary elements are active and properly configured.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to RIB elements and the specific error message for any additional guidance or troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance. Provide them with the error message details and any relevant configuration information.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes related to Funds Management and RIB configuration, such as:
  
  SPRO: Customizing settings
  FMAVCR01: RIB configuration
  
  
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional context.
  User Forums: Check SAP community forums or other user groups for similar issues and solutions shared by other users.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the FMRB514 error and implement a solution to resolve it.