How To Fix FMUP109 - Posting key &1 is not intended for a &2 line item

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FMUP - Update in Funds Management

• Message number: 109

• Message text: Posting key &1 is not intended for a &2 line item

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FMUP109 - Posting key &1 is not intended for a &2 line item ?

  The SAP error message FMUP109 indicates that there is a mismatch between the posting key and the type of line item being processed in the Financial Management (FM) module. Specifically, the error message states that the posting key you are trying to use is not appropriate for the type of line item you are attempting to post.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Posting Key: The posting key you are using is not configured to handle the type of line item (e.g., revenue, expense, etc.) you are trying to post.
  Line Item Type Mismatch: The line item you are trying to post may not be compatible with the posting key due to its nature (e.g., a debit posting key being used for a credit line item).
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the Financial Management module that restrict the use of certain posting keys for specific line item types.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Posting Key Configuration: Review the configuration of the posting keys in the SAP system. Ensure that the posting key you are using is intended for the type of line item you are trying to post. This can be done in the SPRO transaction under:
  
  Financial Accounting (FI) > General Ledger Accounting > Document Entry > Define Posting Keys.
  
  
  
  Use the Correct Posting Key: If you find that the posting key is indeed incorrect for the line item type, switch to a posting key that is appropriate for the line item you are trying to post.
  
  
  Review Line Item Type: Ensure that the line item you are trying to post is correctly classified and that you are using the correct transaction type that corresponds to the posting key.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: If you are unsure about which posting key to use, refer to the SAP documentation or consult with your SAP functional consultant for guidance.
  
  
  Testing: After making changes, perform a test posting to ensure that the error does not occur again.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like FB50 (General Ledger Account Document Entry) or F-02 (General Posting) to test the posting.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance on configuration.
  User Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to post using the specified posting key.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the FMUP109 error and successfully post your line items in SAP.