How To Fix PFM_EA_PS205 - NIB accounts are not defined; see long description

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PFM_EA_PS -

• Message number: 205

• Message text: NIB accounts are not defined; see long description

Generated include for enhancement - C5081402 - 16.03.2009
INCLUDE PFM_EA_PS_205 OBJECT DOKU ID TX LANGUAGE E

ENDIF

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PFM_EA_PS205 - NIB accounts are not defined; see long description ?

  The SAP error message PFM_EA_PS205 indicates that NIB (Non-Interest Bearing) accounts are not defined in the system. This error typically arises in the context of Public Sector Management (PSM) or Financial Accounting (FI) when the system is trying to process transactions that require the definition of NIB accounts.
  Cause:
  The primary cause of this error is that the system is unable to find the necessary configuration for NIB accounts. This can happen due to:
  
  Missing Configuration: The NIB accounts have not been set up in the system.
  Incorrect Settings: The existing configuration may be incorrect or incomplete.
  Transport Issues: If the configuration was recently transported from another system, it may not have been properly imported.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Define NIB Accounts:
  
  Go to the SAP Customizing Implementation Guide (IMG).
  Navigate to Public Sector Management > Funds Management > Account Assignment > Define NIB Accounts.
  Ensure that the necessary NIB accounts are defined for the relevant organizational units.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Verify that the NIB accounts are correctly assigned to the relevant funds and budget structures.
  Ensure that the account types and other related settings are correctly configured.
  
  
  
  Review Documentation:
  
  Check the long description of the error message for any specific instructions or additional information that may help in resolving the issue.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the transaction again to ensure that the error is resolved.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Look for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after following the above steps, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SPRO (to access the IMG) and FMAVCR01 (to check budget availability).
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to Public Sector Management and Funds Management for a deeper understanding of NIB accounts and their configuration.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to the configuration settings.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the PFM_EA_PS205 error and ensure that your NIB accounts are properly defined in the SAP system.