How To Fix GRANTMGMT292 - Inconsistency: Grant in the FM line is blank

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GRANTMGMT - Grants Management Message Class

• Message number: 292

• Message text: Inconsistency: Grant in the FM line is blank

What causes this issue?

In some scenarios, in which an external program builds budget entries,
it is possible to leave the grant number blank at fiscal year
distribution line level.

System Response

The posting is not allowed.

How to fix this error?

In the majority of the cases, the reason is an external program that
calls the budget kernel. Update the caller and enter the correct grant
number.

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.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GRANTMGMT292 - Inconsistency: Grant in the FM line is blank ?

  The SAP error message GRANTMGMT292 indicates an inconsistency in the Grant Management module, specifically that a grant is missing or not properly assigned in a Funds Management (FM) line item. This can occur in various scenarios, such as during the creation or processing of budget documents, purchase orders, or other financial transactions that involve grants.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Grant Assignment: The line item in question does not have a grant assigned to it, which is required for proper tracking and reporting.
  Data Entry Error: There may have been an oversight during data entry, leading to a blank grant field.
  Configuration Issues: The system may not be configured correctly to handle grants, or there may be inconsistencies in the master data.
  Document Type Restrictions: Certain document types may require a grant to be assigned, and if this is not adhered to, the error can occur.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check the Line Item: Review the line item in the relevant document (e.g., budget, purchase order) to ensure that a grant is assigned. If it is blank, assign the appropriate grant.
  Review Master Data: Ensure that the grant master data is correctly set up and that the grants are active and valid.
  Correct Document Type Settings: If applicable, check the configuration of the document types being used to ensure they require grant assignments where necessary.
  Reprocess the Document: After making the necessary corrections, try to reprocess the document to see if the error persists.
  Consult with SAP Support: If the issue continues, it may be beneficial to consult with SAP support or your internal SAP team for further investigation and resolution.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like FMBB (for budget changes) or FMME (for managing grants) to access and modify the relevant data.
  Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to grants and funds management documents.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files related to Grant Management and Funds Management for more detailed guidance on handling grants and related errors.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the GRANTMGMT292 error and ensure that your financial documents are correctly linked to the appropriate grants.