How To Fix HRFPM157 - Internal error: no document number returned during posting to FM

HRFPM157 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRFPM - Messages Budget Planning & Budget Execution

• Message number: 157

• Message text: Internal error: no document number returned during posting to FM

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HRFPM157 - Details

• The SAP error message HRFPM157, which states "Internal error: no document number returned during posting to FM," typically occurs in the context of Financial Management (FM) or Funds Management (FM) within the SAP system. This error indicates that there was an issue during the posting process, and the system was unable to generate a document number for the transaction.
  Causes:
  
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be misconfigurations in the Funds Management settings or in the integration between HR and FM modules.
  Authorization Problems: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to perform the posting.
  Data Inconsistencies: There could be inconsistencies in the data being posted, such as missing or incorrect account assignments.
  System Bugs: There may be bugs or issues in the specific version of SAP you are using that affect the posting process.
  Missing Customizing Settings: Certain customizing settings related to document types or posting rules may not be properly defined.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Configuration: Review the configuration