How To Fix FMRB549 - Invalid combination of fund and budget period (receiving budget address)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 549

• Message text: Invalid combination of fund and budget period (receiving budget address)

What causes this issue?

The <DS:SIMG.FMBCS_FMRBDERIMD>derivation strategy for generation of RIB
rules</> assigned the value <LB>&V1&</> for the fund and the value
<LB>&V2&</> for the budget period of the receiving budget address.
However, this combination of fund value and budget period value 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 FMRB549 - Invalid combination of fund and budget period (receiving budget address) ?

  The SAP error message FMRB549, which states "Invalid combination of fund and budget period (receiving budget address)," typically occurs in the context of budget management within the SAP system, particularly in the Funds Management (FM) module. This error indicates that there is a mismatch between the fund and the budget period being used in a transaction.
  Causes:
  
  Incorrect Fund Assignment: The fund being used in the transaction may not be valid for the specified budget period.
  Budget Period Configuration: The budget period may not be open or valid for the fund in question. This can happen if the budget period has been closed or if the fund is not assigned to that budget period.
  Master Data Issues: There may be issues with the master data configuration for the fund or budget period, such as missing or incorrect settings.
  Transaction Type: The type of transaction being processed may not be compatible with the fund or budget period.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Fund and Budget Period: Verify that the fund you are using is valid for the budget period in question. You can do this by checking the configuration in the Funds Management module.
  Open Budget Period: Ensure that the budget period is open for the fund. If the budget period is closed, you may need to open it or use a different budget period.
  Review Master Data: Check the master data for the fund and budget period to ensure that they are correctly configured and that there are no discrepancies.
  Transaction Type Validation: Ensure that the transaction type you are using is appropriate for the fund and budget period. If necessary, consult with your SAP administrator or functional consultant to confirm compatibility.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on the error message and related configuration settings.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes such as FMBB (Budgeting) or FMAVCR01 (Display Budget) to review and manage budget data.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to access and modify the fund and budget period settings.
  
  If the issue persists after checking these areas, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in Funds Management for further assistance.