How To Fix 68816 - Position will be greater on & than commitment capital & &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 68 - Message for DARWIN Loans (continued)

• Message number: 816

• Message text: Position will be greater on & than commitment capital & &

What causes this issue?

The position will be greater than the commitment capital on the key
date, taking account of all flows (e.g. purchase, sale, repayment)
existing before and after the function chosen.
You cannot execute this function.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 68816 - Position will be greater on & than commitment capital & & ?

  The SAP error message 68816, which states "Position will be greater on & than commitment capital & &," typically occurs in the context of budget management and commitment control within SAP. This error indicates that the planned or actual expenditures for a particular position exceed the available budget or commitment amount.
  Cause:
  
  Budget Exceedance: The primary cause of this error is that the total planned or actual costs for a position exceed the budgeted amount or commitment for that position.
  Incorrect Budgeting: There may be an issue with how the budget was set up, such as incorrect amounts or misallocation of funds.
  Changes in Position Costs: If there have been recent changes to the costs associated with a position (e.g., salary increases, additional benefits), this could lead to exceeding the budget.
  Commitment Management: The commitments recorded in the system may not align with the actual expenditures, leading to discrepancies.
  
  Solution:
  
  Review Budget Allocation: Check the budget allocation for the position in question. Ensure that the budget is sufficient to cover the planned expenditures.
  Adjust Budget: If necessary, adjust the budget to accommodate the increased costs. This may involve reallocating funds from other areas or increasing the overall budget.
  Check Commitments: Review the commitments recorded in the system. Ensure that they accurately reflect the expected expenditures and that there are no discrepancies.
  Analyze Position Costs: Investigate any recent changes to the position's costs. If there have been increases, ensure that these are reflected in the budget.
  Consult with Finance Team: If you are unsure about how to proceed, consult with your finance or budgeting team for guidance on how to resolve the issue.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes such as FMBB (Budgeting) or FMAVCR01 (Commitment Management) to review and adjust budgets and commitments.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional insights or solutions related to this error message.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation on budget management and commitment control for more detailed information on how to manage budgets effectively.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.