How To Fix FSCY030 - Rule &1: Entering substring &2 of the functional area is not permitted

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FSCY - Generation of Cover Pools - Flexible Master Data Structure

• Message number: 030

• Message text: Rule &1: Entering substring &2 of the functional area is not permitted

What causes this issue?

You have made an entry for substring &V2& of the functional area.
However, this is not allowed as the <DS:DE.FM_CV_FD_STRID>Subdivision
ID</> defined in Customizing does not use &V2& of the functional area.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

If you want to create a rule with this subdivision ID, you must delete
your entries for substring &V2&.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FSCY030 - Rule &1: Entering substring &2 of the functional area is not permitted ?

  The SAP error message FSCY030 typically occurs in the context of financial accounting or controlling when there is an issue with the functional area assignment in a financial document. This error indicates that a substring of the functional area being entered is not allowed, which can happen due to various reasons related to configuration or data entry.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Functional Area: The functional area you are trying to enter may not be valid or may not exist in the system.
  Substring Issue: The system is detecting that the input is a substring of a valid functional area, but the rules set in the configuration do not allow for such entries.
  Configuration Settings: There may be specific settings in the configuration that restrict the use of certain functional areas or substrings.
  Data Entry Error: The user may have made a typographical error while entering the functional area.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Functional Area: Verify that the functional area you are trying to enter is valid and exists in the system. You can do this by checking the configuration in the SAP system.
  Review Configuration: Go to the configuration settings for functional areas in the SAP system (Transaction code: SPRO) and ensure that the functional areas are set up correctly. Look for any restrictions that may be in place.
  Use Full Functional Area: Instead of entering a substring, try entering the full functional area code that is valid in the system.
  Consult Documentation: Review any relevant documentation or guidelines provided by your organization regarding the use of functional areas in financial transactions.
  Contact Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert to investigate further.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Functional Areas: In SAP, functional areas are used for internal reporting and can be associated with cost centers, profit centers, or other organizational units.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as OBY6 (for defining functional areas) and FSP0 (for financial statement versions) to manage and review functional area settings.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to the FSCY030 error message.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.