How To Fix /PM0/ALB_MESSAGES515 - Choose at least one source fund for &1 (coverage &2)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PM0/ALB_MESSAGES -

• Message number: 515

• Message text: Choose at least one source fund for &1 (coverage &2)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PM0/ALB_MESSAGES515 - Choose at least one source fund for &1 (coverage &2) ?

  The SAP error message /PM0/ALB_MESSAGES515 typically occurs in the context of the SAP Public Sector Management (PSM) module, particularly when dealing with budget management and fund allocation. This error indicates that the system requires at least one source fund to be selected for a specific coverage item.
  Cause:
  The error is triggered when:
  
  Missing Source Fund: The system cannot find a valid source fund for the specified coverage item. This could be due to the fund not being defined, or it may not be available for the transaction being processed.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration settings for fund management may not be set up correctly, leading to issues in fund allocation.
  Data Entry Error: There may be a mistake in the data entry where the source fund was not specified or was incorrectly entered.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Fund Availability:
  
  Ensure that the source fund you are trying to use is active and available for the transaction. You can do this by navigating to the fund management area in SAP and verifying the fund's status.
  
  
  
  Select a Source Fund:
  
  When prompted by the error message, ensure that you select at least one valid source fund for the coverage item in question. This may involve going back to the transaction and making the necessary selections.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration settings for fund management in your SAP system. Ensure that the settings allow for the proper allocation of funds and that all necessary parameters are correctly defined.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help files related to fund management and budget allocation for additional guidance on how to properly set up and manage source funds.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert who can provide more tailored assistance based on your specific system configuration.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes in SAP for fund management, such as FMAVCR01 (Budget Availability Control) or FMBB (Budgeting).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Training and Documentation: Consider training sessions or documentation on SAP PSM and fund management to better understand how to manage funds and avoid similar errors in the future.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.