How To Fix 3F690 - A negative overall budget for budget unit &1 is not allowed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 3F - Compensation Management

• Message number: 690

• Message text: A negative overall budget for budget unit &1 is not allowed

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 3F690 - A negative overall budget for budget unit &1 is not allowed ?

  The SAP error message 3F690 indicates that there is a negative overall budget for a specific budget unit, which is not allowed in the system. This error typically arises in the context of budget management within SAP, particularly in modules like SAP Controlling (CO) or SAP Funds Management (FM).
  Cause:
  
  Negative Budget: The primary cause of this error is that the overall budget for the specified budget unit (e.g., cost center, internal order, or project) has been set to a negative value. This can happen due to incorrect budget planning or adjustments.
  Budget Availability Control: The system is configured to prevent any transactions that would result in a negative budget, as this could lead to financial discrepancies.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be issues with the configuration of budget control settings in the system.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Review Budget Settings:
  
  Check the budget settings for the specific budget unit. Ensure that the overall budget is set correctly and is not negative.
  You can do this by navigating to the relevant budget management transaction (e.g., transaction codes like FMBB for budget entry or KP06 for cost center planning).
  
  
  
  Adjust the Budget:
  
  If the budget is indeed negative, you will need to adjust it to a positive value. This can be done by increasing the budget allocation for that unit.
  Use the appropriate transaction to modify the budget (e.g., FMBB for Funds Management or KP06 for controlling).
  
  
  
  Check for Transactions:
  
  Review any recent transactions that may have impacted the budget. Ensure that no transactions are attempting to exceed the available budget.
  
  
  
  Configuration Review:
  
  If the issue persists, review the configuration settings for budget control in the system. Ensure that the settings align with your organization's financial policies.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on budget management and error resolution.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as:
  
  FMBB: Budget Entry
  KP06: Cost Center Planning
  S_ALR_87013558: Budget/Actual/Commitment Report
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to budget management and error message 3F690 for additional insights or patches.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to view and modify budget settings.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message 3F690 and ensure that your budget management processes are functioning correctly.