How To Fix GLO_FM_AE060 - Source comm.item &1 and subprogram &2 already used as target in year &3

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GLO_FM_AE - UAE Developments - messages

• Message number: 060

• Message text: Source comm.item &1 and subprogram &2 already used as target in year &3

What causes this issue?

The same source (commitment item and subprogram) has already been used
as the target in another budget transfer document in the same fiscal
year. This is not allowed.

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?

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GLO_FM_AE060 - Source comm.item &1 and subprogram &2 already used as target in year &3 ?

  The SAP error message GLO_FM_AE060 typically occurs in the context of financial accounting, particularly when dealing with the assignment of commitment items (comm. items) in the context of budget management or financial planning. This error indicates that a specific commitment item and subprogram combination has already been used as a target in a particular fiscal year, which can lead to conflicts or inconsistencies in financial reporting or budget execution.
  Cause:
  The error is triggered when:
  
  You attempt to assign a commitment item (&1) and a subprogram (&2) to a target that has already been assigned in the same fiscal year (&3).
  This can happen due to duplicate entries or incorrect configuration in the financial management settings.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Existing Assignments:
  
  Review the existing assignments for the commitment item and subprogram in the specified fiscal year. Ensure that there are no duplicate entries.
  
  
  
  Modify or Remove Duplicates:
  
  If you find that the combination is already in use, you may need to modify or remove the existing assignment before making a new one.
  
  
  
  Consult Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration settings in the SAP system related to budget management and commitment items. Ensure that the settings allow for the intended assignments without conflicts.
  
  
  
  Use Different Combinations:
  
  If possible, consider using a different commitment item or subprogram that does not conflict with existing assignments.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidelines on managing commitment items and subprograms.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists and you cannot identify the cause, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as FMBB (Budgeting) or FMAVCR01 (Display Commitment Items) to help you navigate the financial management module.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message, as they may provide additional insights or patches that could resolve the issue.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the appropriate permissions to make changes to commitment items and subprograms in the system.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.