How To Fix BK290 - Budget period &1 is not available

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BK - Create, Display, Reverse Controlling Document

• Message number: 290

• Message text: Budget period &1 is not available

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BK290 - Budget period &1 is not available ?

  The SAP error message BK290, which states "Budget period &1 is not available," typically occurs in the context of budget management within the SAP system, particularly when working with the Controlling (CO) module. This error indicates that the specified budget period is not available for the transaction you are trying to execute.
  Cause:
  
  Budget Period Not Defined: The budget period you are trying to use has not been defined in the system.
  Fiscal Year Variant Issues: The fiscal year variant may not be set up correctly, or the budget period may not align with the fiscal year settings.
  Closed Periods: The budget period may be closed for posting, meaning that no further transactions can be recorded in that period.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be configuration issues in the controlling area or budget settings that prevent the budget from being accessed.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Budget Period Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code OB29 (Define Fiscal Year Variant) and ensure that the fiscal year variant is correctly set up.
  Verify that the budget period you are trying to use is defined in the system.
  
  
  
  Review Budget Availability:
  
  Use transaction S_ALR_87013558 (Budget Availability Control) to check if the budget is available for the specified period.
  Ensure that the budget is not locked or closed for the period in question.
  
  
  
  Adjust Posting Periods:
  
  If the period is closed, you may need to open it for posting. This can be done in transaction OB52 (Open and Close Posting Periods).
  Ensure that the posting periods are correctly configured for the controlling area.
  
  
  
  Consult with Configuration Team:
  
  If you are not able to resolve the issue, consult with your SAP configuration team to review the settings related to budget management and fiscal year variants.
  
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to access the budget for the specified period.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  OB29: Define Fiscal Year Variant
  OB52: Open and Close Posting Periods
  S_ALR_87013558: Budget Availability Control
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to budget periods and error BK290.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation on budget management and controlling to understand the configuration and processes involved.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement the necessary solutions to resolve it.