How To Fix /PM0/ALB_MESSAGES616 - Fund &1 does not belong to fund range (coverage &2)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PM0/ALB_MESSAGES -

• Message number: 616

• Message text: Fund &1 does not belong to fund range (coverage &2)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PM0/ALB_MESSAGES616 - Fund &1 does not belong to fund range (coverage &2) ?

  The SAP error message /PM0/ALB_MESSAGES616 indicates that there is an issue with the fund assignment in the context of Public Sector Management (PSM) or Fund Management (FM). Specifically, the error states that the fund you are trying to use (denoted as &1) does not belong to the specified fund range (denoted as &2). This typically occurs during transactions that involve budgetary control or fund allocation.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Fund Assignment: The fund you are trying to use is not included in the defined fund range for the transaction or budget.
  Configuration Issues: The fund range may not be properly configured in the system, or the fund may not be assigned to the correct fund range.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the specified fund or fund range.
  Data Entry Errors: There may be a typographical error in the fund number or fund range being referenced.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Fund Assignment:
  
  Verify that the fund you are trying to use is indeed part of the fund range specified in the configuration.
  You can do this by navigating to the relevant configuration settings in SAP (transaction codes like FMX1 for fund management).
  
  
  
  Review Fund Range Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for fund management and check the fund ranges defined.
  Ensure that the fund in question is included in the correct fund range.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the fund and fund range. This can be checked with your SAP security team.
  
  
  
  Correct Data Entry:
  
  Double-check the fund number and fund range for any typographical errors. Ensure that the correct values are being used in the transaction.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review any relevant SAP documentation or notes related to fund management and fund ranges for additional guidance.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as FMX1 (Create Fund), FMX2 (Change Fund), and FMX3 (Display Fund) for managing funds.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  User Manuals: Refer to user manuals or training materials related to Fund Management in SAP for more context on fund ranges and their configuration.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.