How To Fix GLO_FM_AE053 - Multi-target assignment not allowed for document type &1 in FM area &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GLO_FM_AE - UAE Developments - messages

• Message number: 053

• Message text: Multi-target assignment not allowed for document type &1 in FM area &2

What causes this issue?

According to the settings in the
<DS:SIMG.AEFMV_CNCHDT>Define Budget Transfer Checks for Document Types
</> Customizing activity, budget transfers to multiple targets are not
allowed for document type &V1&. This means that only one combination of
program, subprogram, and commitment item can be used as the target of
the budget transfer.

System Response

The system cannot process the budget transfer.

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 GLO_FM_AE053 - Multi-target assignment not allowed for document type &1 in FM area &2 ?

  The SAP error message GLO_FM_AE053 indicates that there is an issue with the assignment of multiple targets for a document type in a specific Funds Management (FM) area. This error typically arises when you are trying to assign multiple target objects (like cost centers, internal orders, etc.) to a document type that does not allow such assignments.
  Cause:
  
  Document Type Restrictions: The document type you are using may not support multi-target assignments. Some document types are configured to allow only single target assignments.
  Configuration Settings: The configuration settings in the Funds Management module may restrict the assignment of multiple targets for certain document types.
  Incorrect Data Entry: There may be an error in the data entry where multiple targets are inadvertently being assigned to a document type that does not support it.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Document Type Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for the document type in the Funds Management module.
  Verify if the document type is set up to allow multiple target assignments. If not, you may need to change the configuration or use a different document type that supports multiple targets.
  
  
  
  Review the Transaction:
  
  Ensure that you are not unintentionally trying to assign multiple targets. Review the transaction data and correct any errors.
  If you are using a transaction that allows for multiple target assignments, ensure that the document type you are using is compatible.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help files related to Funds Management and document types to understand the limitations and configurations.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue through configuration or data correction, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes in SAP that pertain to Funds Management, such as FMBB (Budgeting) or FMBT (Budget Transfer).
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for additional insights or patches that may address the issue.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary roles and authorizations to perform the actions related to the document type in question.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.