How To Fix GENFM_MENA003 - &1 &2 does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GENFM_MENA - General Funds Management messages for MENA

• Message number: 003

• Message text: &1 &2 does not exist

What causes this issue?

The commitment item group mapped in table SAFMC_CHAPTR_MAP is invalid
and cannot be used.

System Response

The desired processing for this commitment item group cannot take place.

How to fix this error?

Check whether the chapter (commitment item group) exits and define the
chapter mapping in the Customizing activity
<DS:SIMG.PSM_FM_CHAPTR_MAP>Map Chapters to Commitment Item Groups</> .

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 GENFM_MENA003 - &1 &2 does not exist ?

  The SAP error message GENFM_MENA003 typically indicates that a specific object or entity referenced in your transaction does not exist in the system. The placeholders &1 and &2 usually represent the specific identifiers or names of the objects that are causing the issue.
  Cause:
  
  Non-Existent Object: The most common cause is that the object (e.g., a financial master record, a document, or a configuration entry) you are trying to access or manipulate does not exist in the system.
  Incorrect Input: There may be a typo or incorrect input in the transaction where the identifiers are being referenced.
  Data Deletion: The object may have been deleted or archived, making it unavailable for the current operation.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or access the object, leading to the perception that it does not exist.
  
  Solution:
  
  Verify Object Existence: Check if the object identified by &1 and &2 actually exists in the system. You can do this by using relevant transaction codes or reports to search for the object.
  Correct Input: Ensure that the identifiers you are using are correct. Double-check for any typos or formatting issues.
  Check Deletion/Archiving: If the object was deleted or archived, you may need to restore it or check the archive for the relevant data.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to access the object. If not, contact your system administrator to grant the required authorizations.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for more specific guidance related to the object type you are dealing with.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Depending on the object type, you may use different transaction codes to check for existence (e.g., SE11 for data dictionary objects, FB03 for document display, etc.).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP support team for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and take appropriate action to resolve it.