How To Fix BP787 - Entry is invalid; &1 / &2 must be eligible for cover

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BP - Budgeting and planning

• Message number: 787

• Message text: Entry is invalid; &1 / &2 must be eligible for cover

What causes this issue?

You want to stipulate that a combination of budget type and budget
subtype is not eligible for cover. However, this is not possible, as it
is stipulated in the Customizing of <LS>Funds Management Government</>
that the combination is eligible for cover.
For further information about combinations eligible for cover, refer to
step <DS:SIMG._ISPSFM_V_TBP4B>"Enter settings for budget subtypes"</>
in the <LS>Funds Management Government</> Implementation Guide.

System Response

How to fix this error?

You must not make an entry for this combination of budget type and
budget subtype.
If, nevertheless, you still want to make an entry, you must flag this
combination of budget type and budget subtype as eligible for cover in
the payment budget and the commitment budget.

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.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BP787 - Entry is invalid; &1 / &2 must be eligible for cover ?

  The SAP error message BP787 ("Entry is invalid; &1 / &2 must be eligible for cover") typically occurs in the context of business partner (BP) management, particularly when dealing with insurance or financial transactions where certain entries must meet specific eligibility criteria for coverage.
  Cause:
  
  Ineligible Business Partner: The business partner (BP) you are trying to process may not meet the criteria for coverage. This could be due to missing or incorrect data in the business partner's master data.
  Invalid Data: The specific fields referenced by &1 and &2 in the error message may contain invalid or incomplete information. This could include fields like insurance type, coverage limits, or other relevant attributes.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the system that define eligibility criteria for coverage that are not being met by the current entry.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Business Partner Data: Review the business partner's master data to ensure that all required fields are filled out correctly. Pay special attention to any fields related to eligibility for coverage.
  Verify Eligibility Criteria: Consult the configuration settings related to coverage eligibility. Ensure that the business partner meets all the necessary criteria defined in the system.
  Correct Invalid Entries: If the error message specifies particular fields (e.g., &1 and &2), check those fields for validity and correct any discrepancies.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or your organization's guidelines for specific eligibility requirements related to the business partner and the type of coverage being processed.
  Contact Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Depending on your SAP version, you may use transaction codes like BP (Business Partner) to access and edit business partner data.
  Customizing Settings: You may need to look into the customizing settings for insurance or financial modules in SAP to understand how eligibility is determined.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the BP787 error and implement a solution to resolve it.