How To Fix BP251 - Function not allowed

BP251 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BP - Budgeting and planning

• Message number: 251

• Message text: Function not allowed

What causes this issue?

You are working with a funds center hierarchy in planning.

System Response

The following functions are not permitted:
Collective expenditures
Net voting
Generate budget structure

How to fix this error?

If you want to work with a budget structure, you must process it
manually using <LS>Change budget structure</>.

Procedure for System Administrators

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

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BP251 - Function not allowed ?

  The SAP error message BP251 ("Function not allowed") typically occurs in the context of Business Partner (BP) management when a user attempts to perform an action that is not permitted for the current business partner status or configuration. This can happen in various scenarios, such as when trying to edit, delete, or perform certain functions on a business partner that is locked, inactive, or not in the correct status for the operation being attempted.
  Causes of BP251 Error
  
  Business Partner Status: The business partner may be in a status that does not allow the requested operation (e.g., inactive, locked).
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to perform the action on the business partner.
  Configuration Settings: Certain configuration settings in the system may restrict specific functions for business partners.
  Data Integrity Issues: There may be data integrity issues that prevent the operation from being completed.
  
  Solutions to BP251 Error
  
  
  Check Business Partner Status:
  
  Verify the