How To Fix PSM_FA_FKBER011 - Cost of sales actng in ccode &1 active; fnctnl area not allowed as char.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PSM_FA_FKBER - Messages: Activate Functional Area as GL Characteristic

• Message number: 011

• Message text: Cost of sales actng in ccode &1 active; fnctnl area not allowed as char.

What causes this issue?

You want to define the functional area as the document splitting
characteristic for the general ledger. However, the cost of sales
accounting is active for the company code &V1&.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

If you want to define the functional area as a document splitting
characteristic for the general ledger, the cost of sales accounting is
not allowed to be active for any company code.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PSM_FA_FKBER011 - Cost of sales actng in ccode &1 active; fnctnl area not allowed as char. ?

  The SAP error message PSM_FA_FKBER011 typically occurs in the context of financial accounting and controlling when there is an issue with the configuration of cost of sales accounting in a specific company code. The error indicates that the functional area is not allowed as a characteristic for the cost of sales accounting in the specified company code.
  Cause:
  
  Configuration Issue: The functional area may not be properly configured in the system for the specified company code. This can happen if the functional area is not assigned to the cost of sales accounting or if it is not allowed for the specific company code.
  Master Data Settings: The master data for the cost centers, internal orders, or other related objects may not be set up correctly, leading to this error.
  Transaction Type: The transaction type being used may not be compatible with the functional area settings in the company code.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for cost of sales accounting in the SAP system.
  Ensure that the functional area is allowed for the specified company code. This can be done in the following path:
  
  SPRO ? Financial Accounting ? General Ledger Accounting ? Master Data ? Functional Area ? Define Functional Areas.
  
  
  Verify that the functional area is correctly assigned to the relevant cost elements.
  
  
  
  Review Master Data:
  
  Check the master data for the cost centers, internal orders, or any other relevant objects to ensure that they are correctly configured and assigned to the appropriate functional area.
  
  
  
  Transaction Type Review:
  
  Ensure that the transaction type being used is compatible with the functional area settings. If necessary, consult with your SAP functional consultant to review the transaction types and their configurations.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, perform a test transaction to ensure that the error no longer occurs.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes related to this error message for any specific patches or updates that may address the issue.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation on cost of sales accounting and functional area settings for a deeper understanding of the configuration requirements.
  Support: If the issue persists after checking the configuration and master data, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP support team for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message PSM_FA_FKBER011 and ensure that your cost of sales accounting is functioning correctly in the specified company code.