How To Fix 3G424 - Substitute funding is not possible.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 3G - Payroll: International

• Message number: 424

• Message text: Substitute funding is not possible.

What causes this issue?

An attempt was made to substitute the missing funding with a default
funding. However this was not possible as the default funding is
incorrectly stored in Customizing.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 3G424 - Substitute funding is not possible. ?

  The SAP error message "3G424 Substitute funding is not possible" typically occurs in the context of Public Sector Management (PSM) or Fund Management (FM) modules when there is an issue with the funding substitution process. This error indicates that the system cannot find a suitable substitute funding source for a particular transaction or budget item.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Substitute Funding: The primary cause is that there is no defined substitute funding available for the specified budget or transaction.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration settings for substitute funding may not be set up correctly in the system.
  Budget Availability: The budget may not be available or may have been exhausted, preventing the system from finding a substitute.
  Incorrect Fund Type: The fund type used in the transaction may not allow for substitute funding.
  Transaction Type Restrictions: Certain transaction types may not support substitute funding.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Define Substitute Funding: Ensure that the substitute funding sources are properly defined in the system. This can be done through the configuration settings in the Fund Management module.
  Check Budget Availability: Review the budget availability for the relevant funds and ensure that there are sufficient funds to cover the transaction.
  Review Configuration Settings: Check the configuration settings related to substitute funding in the SAP system. This may involve reviewing the settings in the IMG (Implementation Guide) under Public Sector Management or Fund Management.
  Adjust Transaction Type: If the transaction type does not support substitute funding, consider using a different transaction type that does.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on configuring and troubleshooting substitute funding issues.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as FMAVCR01 (Budget Availability Control) and FMBB (Budgeting) to check budget statuses and configurations.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary roles and authorizations to access and modify funding configurations.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a consultant who specializes in SAP Fund Management for further assistance.