How To Fix GLO_FM_AE054 - Transfer within same chapter &1 not allowed for doc.type &2, FM area &3

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GLO_FM_AE - UAE Developments - messages

• Message number: 054

• Message text: Transfer within same chapter &1 not allowed for doc.type &2, FM area &3

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 within the same budget
chapter are not allowed for document type &V2&. However, some of the
specified source commitment items and target commitment items belong to
the same budget chapter (for example, &V1&).

System Response

The system cannot process the budget transfer.

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?

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GLO_FM_AE054 - Transfer within same chapter &1 not allowed for doc.type &2, FM area &3 ?

  The SAP error message GLO_FM_AE054 indicates that there is an issue with transferring funds within the same chapter for a specific document type and funds management area. This error typically arises in the context of Funds Management (FM) in SAP, where certain restrictions are placed on how funds can be transferred.
  Cause:
  The error occurs due to the following reasons:
  
  Transfer Restrictions: The system does not allow transfers within the same chapter for the specified document type. This is often a configuration setting in the Funds Management module to prevent improper fund transfers.
  Document Type: The document type specified in the error message may have restrictions that prevent transfers within the same chapter.
  FM Area: The funds management area may have specific rules or configurations that restrict such transfers.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, consider the following steps:
  
  
  Check Configuration: Review the configuration settings for the document type and funds management area in the SAP system. Ensure that the settings allow for the type of transfer you are attempting.
  
  Navigate to the Funds Management configuration settings and check the rules for the specific document type and FM area.
  
  
  
  Change Transfer Method: If the transfer is indeed not allowed within the same chapter, consider changing the transfer method or the document type to one that permits such transfers.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or your organization's internal guidelines regarding funds management to understand the specific rules that apply to your situation.
  
  
  Contact SAP Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue through configuration changes or if you believe the error is incorrect, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  User Training: Ensure that users involved in the funds transfer process are trained on the restrictions and proper procedures to avoid similar errors in the future.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes related to Funds Management, such as:
  
  FMBB: Change Budget
  FMAVCR01: Display Budget Consumption
  FMF1: Create Transfer Posting
  
  
  Documentation: Review the SAP Help Portal for detailed information on Funds Management and error handling.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.