How To Fix FMUP004 - Approval procedure is not allowed for commitment item &.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FMUP - Update in Funds Management

• Message number: 004

• Message text: Approval procedure is not allowed for commitment item &.

What causes this issue?

Negative budget values may be entered for commitment item &V1&
(indicator <DS:DE.FM_NEG_BUDGET_FLG>Negative Budget</> in the master
record). The approval procedure is not effective for such commitment
items.

System Response

The residual budget is carried forward without approval.

How to fix this error?

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

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FMUP004 - Approval procedure is not allowed for commitment item &. ?

  The SAP error message FMUP004 ("Approval procedure is not allowed for commitment item &.") typically occurs in the context of the Funds Management (FM) module when there is an issue with the approval procedure associated with a specific commitment item. This error indicates that the system is trying to apply an approval procedure to a commitment item that does not support it.
  Cause:
  
  Commitment Item Configuration: The commitment item in question may not be configured to allow for an approval procedure. This can happen if the commitment item is set up in a way that does not require or support approvals.
  Approval Procedure Settings: The approval procedure itself may not be correctly defined or linked to the commitment item in the configuration settings.
  Transaction Type: The transaction type being used may not be compatible with the approval procedure for the specified commitment item.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Commitment Item Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for the commitment item in the SAP system.
  Ensure that the commitment item is set up to allow for an approval procedure. This can be done in the Funds Management configuration (transaction code SPRO).
  Navigate to: Public Sector Management > Funds Management > Commitment Items > Define Commitment Items and check the settings.
  
  
  
  Review Approval Procedure:
  
  Verify that the approval procedure is correctly defined and assigned to the relevant commitment item.
  Check the configuration for the approval procedure in the Funds Management settings.
  
  
  
  Adjust Transaction Type:
  
  If the transaction type being used is not compatible with the approval procedure, consider using a different transaction type that supports the approval process.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources for specific details on how to configure commitment items and approval procedures.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making any changes, perform tests to ensure that the approval procedure works as expected for the commitment item.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as:
  
  SPRO: For configuration settings.
  FMAVCR01: For checking commitment item settings.
  FMBB: For budget changes and commitment item postings.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. You can search for the error message number in the SAP Support Portal.
  
  
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to perform actions related to the approval procedure and commitment items.
  
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a consultant who specializes in SAP Funds Management for further assistance.