How To Fix /PM0/ALB_FND_MSG642 - Flag just one scenario as default for each group and fund type

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PM0/ALB_FND_MSG -

• Message number: 642

• Message text: Flag just one scenario as default for each group and fund type

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PM0/ALB_FND_MSG642 - Flag just one scenario as default for each group and fund type ?

  The SAP error message /PM0/ALB_FND_MSG642 typically indicates that there is an issue with the configuration of default scenarios for groups and fund types in the Public Sector Management (PSM) module. This error often arises when the system expects a default scenario to be set for a specific combination of group and fund type, but it is not configured correctly.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Default Scenario: The error usually occurs when there is no default scenario defined for the specified group and fund type combination.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues in the configuration settings where the default scenario is not properly assigned or is missing.
  Data Inconsistencies: There could be inconsistencies in the master data or configuration that lead to the system not being able to determine a default scenario.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Define Default Scenario:
  
  Navigate to the configuration settings in SAP for Public Sector Management.
  Go to the relevant area where you can define scenarios for groups and fund types.
  Ensure that a default scenario is set for each group and fund type combination that is being used in your transactions.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Review the configuration settings to ensure that all necessary parameters are correctly set.
  Make sure that the scenarios are properly linked to the respective groups and fund types.
  
  
  
  Data Validation:
  
  Validate the master data for the groups and fund types to ensure that they are correctly defined and that there are no missing entries.
  If necessary, update or correct any inconsistencies in the data.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, perform tests to ensure that the error no longer occurs and that the system behaves as expected.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like SPRO to access the configuration settings or SE11 to check the data dictionary for relevant tables.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed guidance on configuring scenarios in the Public Sector Management module.
  Support: If the issue persists after following the above steps, consider reaching out to SAP support or consulting with an SAP expert who specializes in Public Sector Management.
  
  By ensuring that a default scenario is defined for each group and fund type, you should be able to resolve the error message /PM0/ALB_FND_MSG642.