How To Fix BP071 - For & & availability control checks against: &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BP - Budgeting and planning

• Message number: 071

• Message text: For & & availability control checks against: &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BP071 - For & & availability control checks against: & ?

  The SAP error message BP071 typically relates to issues with availability control checks in the context of budget management. This error can occur when there are discrepancies or issues with the budget availability for a particular commitment or expense.
  Cause:
  The error message BP071 indicates that there is a problem with the availability control checks against a specific budget. Common causes include:
  
  Insufficient Budget: The budget for the specified cost center or internal order may not be sufficient to cover the planned expenses.
  Incorrect Budgeting Configuration: There may be issues with how the budget is configured in the system, such as incorrect settings for availability control.
  Posting Period Issues: The posting period may be closed, preventing any further budget postings.
  Commitment Items: The commitment item used in the transaction may not be correctly assigned to the budget.
  Fund Management: If fund management is active, there may be issues with fund availability.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the BP071 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  Check Budget Availability: Review the budget for the relevant cost center or internal order to ensure that there are sufficient funds available.
  Adjust Budget: If the budget is insufficient, consider adjusting the budget or reallocating funds to cover the expenses.
  Review Configuration: Check the configuration settings for availability control in the system to ensure they are set up correctly.
  Open Posting Period: Ensure that the posting period is open for the transaction you are trying to execute.
  Validate Commitment Items: Verify that the commitment item used in the transaction is correctly assigned to the budget.
  Fund Management Check: If fund management is in use, ensure that the necessary funds are available for the transaction.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like S_ALR_87013558 (Budget/Actual/Commitment) or S_ALR_87013542 (Budget Overview) to analyze budget availability.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to BP071.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation on availability control and budget management for more detailed guidance on configuration and troubleshooting.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in SAP FI/CO (Financial Accounting/Controlling) for further assistance.