How To Fix TRCBCUSTOM004 - Funds center entered/derived even though FM is not active

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: TRCBCUSTOM -

• Message number: 004

• Message text: Funds center entered/derived even though FM is not active

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message TRCBCUSTOM004 - Funds center entered/derived even though FM is not active ?

  The SAP error message TRCBCUSTOM004 indicates that a funds center has been entered or derived in a transaction, but the Funds Management (FM) module is not active for the relevant controlling area or company code. This typically occurs in the context of Public Sector Management (PSM) or when dealing with budgetary control in SAP.
  Cause:
  
  Inactive Funds Management: The most common cause of this error is that the Funds Management module is not activated for the controlling area or company code where the transaction is being processed.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the Funds Management settings, such as incorrect assignment of funds centers or budget types.
  Transaction Type: The transaction type being used may not be compatible with the Funds Management settings.
  Master Data Issues: The master data for the funds center or related objects may not be correctly maintained.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Activate Funds Management:
  
  Check if the Funds Management module is activated for the relevant controlling area or company code. This can be done in the configuration settings of SAP.
  If it is not activated, you may need to activate it through the following path in SPRO:
  SPRO -> Public Sector Management -> Funds Management -> Basic Settings -> Activate Funds Management
  
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the configuration for funds centers, budget types, and other related settings are correctly maintained.
  Verify that the funds center is correctly assigned to the relevant cost center or internal order.
  
  
  
  Check Transaction Type:
  
  Ensure that the transaction type being used is compatible with the Funds Management settings. You may need to consult with your SAP functional consultant to verify this.
  
  
  
  Master Data Maintenance:
  
  Check the master data for the funds center and ensure that it is correctly set up and active.
  Make sure that the funds center is assigned to the correct organizational units.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to Funds Management and the specific error message for additional insights or updates.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like FMAVCR01 (to check budget availability) or FMBB (to post budget) to further investigate the issue.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP support team for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the TRCBCUSTOM004 error and implement the necessary solutions to resolve it.