How To Fix BP136 - Budgeting is not possible: Missing link to program item

BP136 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BP - Budgeting and planning

• Message number: 136

• Message text: Budgeting is not possible: Missing link to program item

What causes this issue?

You have tried to budget for WBS element &V1& using a supplement, a
return or a transfer. Budget profile &V2& (which applies for &V1&)
stipulates that you can only carry out budgeting if &V1& (or a
subordinate WBS element) is assigned to a program position in an
investment program of program type &V3&. However, this is not the case
here.

System Response

The function cannot be executed.

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

You first need to assign WBS element &V1& (or a subordinate WBS
element) to a program position in an investment program of program type
&V3& or change budget profile &V2& accordingly.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BP136 - Budgeting is not possible: Missing link to program item ?

  The SAP error message BP136, which states "Budgeting is not possible: Missing link to program item," typically occurs in the context of budget management within SAP, particularly when working with budgetary control in the Public Sector or similar modules. This error indicates that there is a missing link between the budget and the program item, which is essential for budget execution and control.
  
  Cause:
  
  Missing Program Item: The program item that should be linked to the budget is not defined or is missing in the system.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration settings for budget management may not be set up correctly, leading to a lack of linkage between the budget and the program item.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the master data or transaction data that prevent the system from recognizing the link.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the program item or budget.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Program Item Configuration:
  
  Ensure