How To Fix PFM_EA_PS145 - The financing source & does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PFM_EA_PS -

• Message number: 145

• Message text: The financing source & does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PFM_EA_PS145 - The financing source & does not exist ?

  The SAP error message PFM_EA_PS145 indicates that the financing source specified in a transaction does not exist in the system. This error typically occurs in the context of Public Sector Management (PSM) or Project System (PS) modules when trying to process a financial transaction that references a financing source that has not been defined or is inactive.
  Cause:
  
  Non-existent Financing Source: The financing source you are trying to use has not been created in the system.
  Inactive Financing Source: The financing source exists but is marked as inactive or has been deleted.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be a configuration issue where the financing source is not properly linked to the relevant organizational units or projects.
  Data Entry Error: There could be a typo or incorrect entry in the financing source field.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Financing Source:
  
  Go to the relevant transaction or configuration area in SAP where financing sources are maintained (e.g., transaction code OBY6 for defining financing sources).
  Verify if the financing source you are trying to use exists in the system.
  
  
  
  Create or Activate Financing Source:
  
  If the financing source does not exist, create it using the appropriate transaction.
  If it exists but is inactive, activate it.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the financing source is correctly configured and linked to the relevant organizational units or projects.
  Check if there are any dependencies or prerequisites that need to be fulfilled for the financing source to be valid.
  
  
  
  Correct Data Entry:
  
  Double-check the entry for any typos or incorrect values. Ensure that the financing source is entered correctly in the transaction.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific details on financing sources and their configuration.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes for managing financing sources, such as OBY6 (Define Financing Sources).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to financing sources and the specific error message.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to view and modify financing sources in the system.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement the necessary solution to resolve it.