How To Fix 3G429 - Funds commitment reference was deleted was deleted from document item.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 3G - Payroll: International

• Message number: 429

• Message text: Funds commitment reference was deleted was deleted from document item.

What causes this issue?

Checking the funds commitment in Funds Management, made it impossible
to reduce the funds commitment by posting the actual costs. This is
because the funds commitment was already labelled as being 'complete'.

System Response

The funds commitment reference is deleted from the document line. So
that you have a record of which funds commitment reference was deleted
from the document line, this is recorded in the HR document.

How to fix this error?

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

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 3G429 - Funds commitment reference was deleted was deleted from document item. ?

  The SAP error message 3G429 indicates that a funds commitment reference has been deleted from a document item. This typically occurs in the context of budgetary control and funds management within SAP, where a commitment is linked to a specific document item (like a purchase order or a contract).
  Cause:
  
  Manual Deletion: The funds commitment reference may have been manually deleted by a user, either intentionally or accidentally.
  Document Changes: Changes made to the document (like a purchase order) that affect the commitment reference can lead to this error.
  System Configuration: Incorrect configuration in the funds management settings or budget control settings can also lead to this issue.
  Data Consistency Issues: There may be inconsistencies in the data due to previous transactions or updates that were not properly executed.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Document Status: Review the status of the document item to ensure it is still valid and has not been deleted or changed in a way that affects the commitment reference.
  Recreate Commitment: If the commitment reference was deleted, you may need to recreate it. This can often be done by re-entering the relevant data in the document.
  Review Change Logs: Check the change logs for the document to identify who deleted the commitment reference and why. This can help in understanding if it was an error or part of a larger process.
  Consult with Finance Team: If you are unsure about how to proceed, consult with your finance or budget management team to ensure that any actions taken are in line with organizational policies.
  System Configuration Review: If this error occurs frequently, it may be necessary to review the system configuration related to funds management and budget control to ensure it is set up correctly.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as FMBB (for budget changes) or FMME (for managing commitments) to help troubleshoot and manage funds commitments.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions for common problems.
  User Authorization: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to manage funds commitments and document items, as lack of permissions can also lead to errors.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be necessary to involve your SAP support team or consult SAP documentation for more in-depth troubleshooting.