How To Fix PSM_S4C_POSTINGS038 - Line item &2 requires an assigned functional area.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PSM_S4C_POSTINGS -

• Message number: 038

• Message text: Line item &2 requires an assigned functional area.

What causes this issue?

You are posting line item &V2& using the G/L account &V1& (classified as
a budget consumption type for expenses/revenues, CO postings or down
payments) and the company code &V3& (activated for Public Sector
Management).
This is only possible if a functional area has been assigned.

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?

Either enter the respective functional area manually, or make sure it
isderived automatically.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PSM_S4C_POSTINGS038 - Line item &2 requires an assigned functional area. ?

  The SAP error message PSM_S4C_POSTINGS038 indicates that a line item in a financial document requires an assigned functional area, but it has not been provided. This error typically occurs in the context of Public Sector Management (PSM) or when dealing with specific financial postings that require additional categorization.
  Cause:
  The error is triggered when:
  
  A line item in a financial document (such as a journal entry or a posting) is missing a functional area assignment.
  The functional area is a required field for the specific type of posting you are trying to execute, often used for reporting and budgeting purposes in public sector accounting.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check the Document: Review the financial document you are trying to post. Look for the line item that is causing the error (indicated by line item &2 in the error message).
  
  
  Assign a Functional Area:
  
  Navigate to the line item in question.
  Find the field for the functional area (this may be labeled as "Functional Area" or similar).
  Enter the appropriate functional area code that corresponds to the nature of the transaction.
  
  
  
  Validate Functional Area: Ensure that the functional area you are assigning is valid and active in your SAP system. You can check this in the configuration settings or by consulting with your SAP administrator.
  
  
  Re-attempt Posting: After assigning the functional area, try to post the document again.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: If you are unsure about which functional area to use, refer to your organization's accounting policies or consult with your finance team.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Functional Areas: In SAP, functional areas are used to categorize costs and revenues for reporting purposes. They help in tracking financial performance across different segments of an organization.
  Configuration: If you frequently encounter this error, it may be worth reviewing the configuration settings for your financial postings to ensure that the functional area is set up correctly and that the necessary fields are marked as required where appropriate.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any specific patches or updates related to this error message, as there may be known issues or enhancements that could affect how functional areas are handled in your version of SAP.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to engage with your SAP support team or consult the SAP community for further assistance.