How To Fix RE405 - FM area & not found

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RE - Earmarked funds

• Message number: 405

• Message text: FM area & not found

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RE405 - FM area & not found ?

  The SAP error message RE405, which states "FM area & not found," typically occurs in the context of Funds Management (FM) within SAP. This error indicates that the system cannot find the specified Funds Management area (FM area) in the system. Here’s a breakdown of the cause, potential solutions, and related information:
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect FM Area: The FM area specified in the transaction or configuration does not exist in the system.
  Configuration Issues: The FM area may not have been properly configured or activated in the system.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the specified FM area.
  Data Entry Errors: There may be a typographical error in the FM area code entered by the user.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Verify FM Area:
  
  Check the FM area code you are using. Ensure that it is correctly entered and exists in the system.
  You can do this by navigating to the Funds Management configuration and checking the list of available FM areas.
  
  
  
  Configuration Check:
  
  If the FM area does not exist, you may need to create it. This can be done in the configuration settings under Funds Management.
  Ensure that the FM area is properly configured and activated.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the FM area. This can be checked with your SAP security team or by reviewing the user roles and authorizations.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help files related to Funds Management for additional context on the FM area and its configuration.
  
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  Use transaction codes like FMAVCR01 (for checking FM area) or FMX1 (for creating FM area) to manage FM areas.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP Notes for any known issues related to this error.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any specific patches or updates related to Funds Management and the RE405 error.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes in Funds Management, such as FMX1, FMX2, and FMX3 for creating, changing, and displaying FM areas.
  Documentation: Refer to the SAP Help Portal for detailed documentation on Funds Management configuration and troubleshooting.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the RE405 error and implement the appropriate solution.