How To Fix IDCFM_FRAM_MSG002 - Switch to alternat. position mngt procedure failed for position &1:&2:&3

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: IDCFM_FRAM_MSG - Amortized Cost - France Localization

• Message number: 002

• Message text: Switch to alternat. position mngt procedure failed for position &1:&2:&3

What causes this issue?

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

System Response

How to fix this error?

Assign an alternative position management procedure in Customizing for
<LS>Financial Supply Chain Management</> under <LS>Treasury and Risk
Management -> Transaction Manager -> Country-Specific Functions ->
France -> Amortized Cost -> Activate Alternative Pos. Management Proc.
for Product Types</>.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message IDCFM_FRAM_MSG002 - Switch to alternat. position mngt procedure failed for position &1:&2:&3 ?

  The SAP error message IDCFM_FRAM_MSG002, which states "Switch to alternate position management procedure failed for position &1:&2:&3," typically occurs in the context of position management within the SAP system, particularly in the SAP Controlling (CO) or Human Capital Management (HCM) modules. This error indicates that there was an issue when trying to switch to an alternate position management procedure for a specific position.
  Causes:
  
  Configuration Issues: The position management settings may not be correctly configured in the system. This could include missing or incorrect settings in the organizational structure or position management configuration.
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies or missing data related to the position in question. This could involve missing attributes or relationships that are required for the alternate position management procedure.
  Authorization Issues: The user attempting to perform the action may not have the necessary authorizations to switch position management procedures.
  System Errors: There could be underlying system errors or bugs that are causing the procedure to fail.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Configuration: Review the configuration settings for position management in the SAP system. Ensure that all necessary settings are correctly defined and that the organizational structure is properly set up.
  Validate Data: Check the data associated with the position (identified by &1, &2, &3 in the error message). Ensure that all required fields are filled out and that there are no inconsistencies.
  Review Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the appropriate authorizations to perform the action. This may involve checking user roles and permissions in the SAP system.
  Consult Logs: Look at the system logs (transaction SLG1) for more detailed error messages or warnings that could provide additional context for the failure.
  SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes or patches that may address this specific error. There may be known issues or fixes available.
  Testing: If possible, try to replicate the issue in a test environment to better understand the conditions under which the error occurs.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as PPOME (for organizational management) or PPOSE (for position management) to navigate and check configurations.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help guides related to position management and organizational management for more detailed information on configuration and troubleshooting.
  Support: If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP support team for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.