How To Fix BP355 - Commitment item & is a balance item

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BP - Budgeting and planning

• Message number: 355

• Message text: Commitment item & is a balance item

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BP355 - Commitment item & is a balance item ?

  The SAP error message BP355 typically relates to issues with commitment items in the context of budget management and financial accounting. This error indicates that there is a problem with the commitment item being used in a transaction, specifically that it is expected to be a balance item but is not configured as such.
  Cause of BP355 Error
  
  Incorrect Configuration: The commitment item may not be set up correctly in the system. It might not be marked as a balance item in the configuration settings.
  Transaction Type Mismatch: The transaction being processed may not align with the expected type for the commitment item.
  Budget Availability: There may be issues with budget availability or budget control settings that are causing the commitment item to be flagged incorrectly.
  Master Data Issues: The master data for the commitment item may be incomplete or incorrect.
  
  Solution to BP355 Error
  
  
  Check Commitment Item Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for commitment items in the SAP system (transaction code SPRO).
  Ensure that the commitment item in question is correctly defined as a balance item.
  
  
  
  Review Transaction Type:
  
  Verify that the transaction type being used is appropriate for the commitment item. Ensure that the transaction aligns with the expected usage of the commitment item.
  
  
  
  Budget Control Settings:
  
  Check the budget control settings to ensure that they are correctly configured and that there is sufficient budget available for the transaction.
  
  
  
  Master Data Review:
  
  Review the master data associated with the commitment item to ensure that all necessary fields are filled out correctly and that there are no inconsistencies.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on the commitment item and its configuration.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information
  
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as:
  
  SPRO: Customizing settings.
  FMBB: Budgeting transactions.
  FMBT: Budget control settings.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to the BP355 error for additional insights or patches that may resolve the issue.
  
  
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary roles and authorizations to perform the transaction involving the commitment item.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the BP355 error in your SAP system.