How To Fix PSM_S4C_FM_MD303 - Cost center already assigned for this fund between &1 and &2.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PSM_S4C_FM_MD -

• Message number: 303

• Message text: Cost center already assigned for this fund between &1 and &2.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PSM_S4C_FM_MD303 - Cost center already assigned for this fund between &1 and &2. ?

  The SAP error message PSM_S4C_FM_MD303 indicates that a cost center is already assigned to a specific fund within a defined period. This error typically arises in the context of Public Sector Management (PSM) and Fund Management (FM) when trying to assign a cost center to a fund that has already been assigned during the specified date range.
  Cause:
  The error occurs due to the following reasons:
  
  Duplicate Assignment: The cost center you are trying to assign to the fund is already linked to that fund for the specified period.
  Date Range Conflict: The date range you are trying to use overlaps with an existing assignment for the same cost center and fund.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration settings in the Fund Management module that prevent the assignment.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Existing Assignments:
  
  Use transaction codes like FMX1 (for fund management) or KSB1 (for cost center accounting) to check the existing assignments of the cost center to the fund.
  Verify the date range of the existing assignment to see if it overlaps with the new assignment you are trying to make.
  
  
  
  Adjust Date Ranges:
  
  If the existing assignment is valid and you need to make a new assignment, consider adjusting the date ranges of either the existing assignment or the new one to avoid conflicts.
  
  
  
  Remove or Change Existing Assignment:
  
  If the existing assignment is no longer needed, you can remove it or change it to a different cost center or fund, if applicable.
  
  
  
  Consult Configuration:
  
  If you suspect a configuration issue, consult with your SAP Basis or configuration team to ensure that the settings for fund management and cost center assignments are correctly configured.
  
  
  
  Documentation and Support:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation for further details on fund management and cost center assignments.
  If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as FMX1, KSB1, KOB1, and S_ALR_87013611 for reporting and analysis.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for potential patches or updates that may address the issue.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to cost center and fund assignments.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.