How To Fix PFM_01CA178 - Coverage &2 type &1 does not allow commitment creation

PFM_01CA178 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PFM_01CA - Generic messages for developments

• Message number: 178

• Message text: Coverage &2 type &1 does not allow commitment creation

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PFM_01CA178 - Coverage &2 type &1 does not allow commitment creation ?

  The SAP error message PFM_01CA178 indicates that there is an issue with the commitment creation for a specific coverage type in the Public Sector Management (PSM) module. This error typically arises when the system is trying to create a commitment for a coverage type that does not allow it.
  
  Cause:
  The error is usually caused by one of the following reasons:
  
  Coverage Type Configuration: The coverage type specified in the error message is configured in such a way that it does not permit the creation of commitments. This could be due to settings in the configuration of the Public Sector Management module.
  Incorrect Document Type: The document type being used may not be compatible with the coverage type for which the commitment is being created.
  Missing Authorizations: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to create commitments for the specified coverage type.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Coverage Type Configuration:
  
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