How To Fix PFM_PAP_MESSAGES023 - Financing source &1 has been customized without any account

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PFM_PAP_MESSAGES - PAP Message Class

• Message number: 023

• Message text: Financing source &1 has been customized without any account

What causes this issue?

Key value (financing source) does not have an assigned account.

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

System Response

The CRR Credit Level key (financing source) does not have an account
assigned in the customizing table. Without that configuration it is not
possible to define the correct account to post the documents.

How to fix this error?

<DS:SIMG.PFM_PLC_03>Assign G/L Accounts for CRR Postings</>

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PFM_PAP_MESSAGES023 - Financing source &1 has been customized without any account ?

  The SAP error message PFM_PAP_MESSAGES023 indicates that a financing source has been customized in the system, but it has not been assigned an account. This typically occurs in the context of Public Sector Management (PSM) or Public Financial Management (PFM) modules, where financing sources are used to manage funds and budgets.
  Cause:
  The error is caused by the following reasons:
  
  Missing Account Assignment: The financing source has been defined in the system, but there is no corresponding account assigned to it. This means that when the system tries to process transactions involving this financing source, it cannot find the necessary account to post the financial entries.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues in the configuration settings where the financing source was set up without the required account linkage.
  Data Inconsistencies: There could be inconsistencies in the data or settings that lead to this error, such as changes made to the financing source after it was initially configured.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Financing Source Configuration:
  
  Navigate to the configuration settings for financing sources in your SAP system.
  Verify that the financing source in question is correctly configured and that it has an associated account.
  
  
  
  Assign an Account:
  
  If the financing source does not have an account assigned, you will need to assign a valid account to it. This can typically be done in the configuration settings for the financing source.
  Ensure that the account you assign is appropriate for the type of financing source and complies with your organization's financial policies.
  
  
  
  Review Documentation:
  
  Consult the SAP documentation or your organization's internal guidelines for setting up financing sources to ensure that you are following the correct procedures.
  
  
  
  Test the Changes:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the financing source by attempting to process a transaction that uses it. Ensure that the error no longer appears.
  
  
  
  Consult with SAP Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP team for further assistance. They may have additional insights or tools to help diagnose the problem.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes such as SPRO (to access the SAP Reference IMG) to navigate to the relevant configuration settings.
  Documentation: Review SAP Help documentation related to Public Sector Management and financing sources for more detailed guidance.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to make changes to the financing source configuration.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message and ensure that your financing sources are properly configured in the SAP system.