How To Fix KAFF101 - FM dimension not active - entry of & will be ignored

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KAFF - Overhead Cost Controlling: Integration of Fund and Function

• Message number: 101

• Message text: FM dimension not active - entry of & will be ignored

What causes this issue?

You have entered Funds Management dimension &MSGV1& when making an
actuals posting in Controlling. This dimension is only available if it
is active in Funds Management.

System Response

As the dimension entered (&MSGV1&) is not active in Funds Management,
the entry is ignored.

How to fix this error?

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

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KAFF101 - FM dimension not active - entry of & will be ignored ?

  The SAP error message KAFF101 indicates that a specific dimension in the FM (Fund Management) module is not active, which means that any entries related to that dimension will be ignored. This typically occurs when you are trying to post or process transactions that involve a dimension that has not been activated in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Inactive Dimension: The dimension specified in the error message is not activated in the system. This could be due to configuration settings or because the dimension has not been set up properly.
  Missing Configuration: The necessary configuration for the Fund Management module may not be complete, leading to certain dimensions being inactive.
  Incorrect Settings: The settings for the specific FM area or the related organizational units may not be correctly defined.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Activate the Dimension:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for Fund Management in SAP.
  Navigate to the relevant section where dimensions are defined (usually under FM Configuration).
  Check if the dimension mentioned in the error message is listed and ensure it is activated.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Ensure that all necessary configurations for the FM area and related organizational units are complete.
  Verify that the settings for the specific dimension are correct and that it is linked to the appropriate FM area.
  
  
  
  Review Authorization:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access and modify the FM dimensions.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific steps on how to activate dimensions in the FM module.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, perform a test transaction to ensure that the error does not reoccur.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like OBY6 (for FM area settings) or FMX1 (for creating FM master data) to access the relevant configuration areas.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  Support: If the issue persists after following the above steps, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  By addressing the activation of the dimension and ensuring proper configuration, you should be able to resolve the KAFF101 error and allow for successful transaction processing in the Fund Management module.