How To Fix PIVB007 - Entered combination FM Area and Fund does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PIVB - Pivot Browser

• Message number: 007

• Message text: Entered combination FM Area and Fund does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PIVB007 - Entered combination FM Area and Fund does not exist ?

  The SAP error message PIVB007 ("Entered combination FM Area and Fund does not exist") typically occurs in the context of Funds Management (FM) in SAP. This error indicates that the combination of the Fund and the Fund Management Area you are trying to use does not exist in the system. Here’s a breakdown of the cause, potential solutions, and related information:
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Fund Management Area: The FM Area you are using may not be correctly set up or may not correspond to the Fund you are trying to use.
  Missing Fund: The Fund you are trying to enter may not be defined in the system for the specified FM Area.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the Funds Management settings that prevent the combination from being recognized.
  Data Entry Errors: There could be a typographical error in the Fund or FM Area being entered.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Fund and FM Area Configuration:
  
  Go to the Funds Management configuration in SAP and verify that the Fund and FM Area are correctly defined.
  Use transaction code FMX1 to check the Fund and ensure it is assigned to the correct FM Area.
  
  
  
  Verify Data Entry:
  
  Double-check the values you are entering for both the Fund and FM Area to ensure there are no typographical errors.
  Ensure that you are using the correct codes as defined in the system.
  
  
  
  Create Missing Fund:
  
  If the Fund does not exist for the specified FM Area, you may need to create it using transaction code FMX1 or the appropriate configuration transaction.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to access the Fund and FM Area. Lack of proper authorization can sometimes lead to such errors.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review the SAP documentation or consult with your SAP support team for any specific configurations or settings that may be required for your organization.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  FMX1: Create Fund
  FMX2: Change Fund
  FMX3: Display Fund
  FMAVCR01: Display FM Area and Fund Combinations
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to Funds Management that might address this error.
  
  
  Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the PIVB007 error and ensure that the combination of FM Area and Fund is correctly set up in your SAP system.