How To Fix RSCRM_FM_DF021 - Missing or invalid budget characteristic &1

RSCRM_FM_DF021 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSCRM_FM_DF - CRM FM Dynamic Funding

• Message number: 021

• Message text: Missing or invalid budget characteristic &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSCRM_FM_DF021 - Missing or invalid budget characteristic &1 ?

  The SAP error message RSCRM_FM_DF021, which indicates "Missing or invalid budget characteristic &1," typically arises in the context of budget management within SAP systems, particularly when working with the Funds Management (FM) module. This error suggests that a required characteristic for budget control is either missing or incorrectly defined.
  
  Cause:
  
  Missing Budget Characteristic: The specific budget characteristic that is referenced in the error message (denoted by &1) is not defined in the system. This could be due to configuration issues or missing master data.
  Invalid Configuration: The characteristic may exist but is not properly configured or is not valid for the current context (e.g., it may not be assigned to the relevant budget structure).
  Data Entry Errors: There may be errors in the data entry process, such as incorrect values or formats being used for budget characteristics.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to access or modify the budget characteristics.
  
  
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