How To Fix 3G401 - Funds eliminated from posting line

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 3G - Payroll: International

• Message number: 401

• Message text: Funds eliminated from posting line

What causes this issue?

The amounts cannot be posted to the fund specified in the account
assignment object. The amounts have been posted to Funds Management
instead.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 3G401 - Funds eliminated from posting line ?

  The SAP error message 3G401: Funds eliminated from posting line typically occurs in the context of budget management and funds control within the SAP system. This error indicates that the system has identified a situation where the funds associated with a particular posting line are no longer available for use, often due to budgetary constraints or prior adjustments.
  Causes:
  
  Insufficient Budget: The budget for the specified fund or cost center has been exhausted or eliminated, preventing any further postings.
  Budget Revisions: Changes in budget allocations or revisions that have resulted in the funds being reallocated or eliminated.
  Posting Date Issues: The posting date may fall outside the budget availability period, leading to the funds being considered unavailable.
  Fund Management Settings: Incorrect settings in fund management or budget control settings that restrict the use of funds.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Budget Availability: Verify the budget status for the relevant fund or cost center. Ensure that there are sufficient funds available for the intended posting.
  Review Budget Adjustments: If there have been recent budget adjustments or reallocations, review these changes to understand their impact on the available funds.
  Adjust Posting Date: Ensure that the posting date is within the budget availability period. If necessary, adjust the posting date to align with the budget period.
  Consult with Finance Team: If you are unsure about the budget status or need to make adjustments, consult with your finance or budget management team for guidance.
  Use Transaction Codes: Utilize relevant transaction codes (e.g., FMAVCR01) to analyze budget availability and understand the reasons for the error.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes related to budget management, such as FMBB (Budgeting), FMAVCR01 (Check Budget Availability), and FMX1 (Create Budget).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation on Funds Management and Budget Control for a deeper understanding of how funds are managed within the system.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and take appropriate action to resolve it.