How To Fix BQ128 - Payments &: & less than distributed budget

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BQ - Messages for Budgeting and Planning

• Message number: 128

• Message text: Payments &: & less than distributed budget

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BQ128 - Payments &: & less than distributed budget ?

  The SAP error message BQ128, which states "Payments & : & less than distributed budget," typically occurs in the context of budget control in SAP's Public Sector Management (PSM) or other modules that involve budgetary control. This error indicates that the payment being processed exceeds the amount that has been allocated or distributed in the budget.
  Cause:
  
  Budget Limit Exceeded: The payment amount exceeds the available budget for the specific budget line item.
  Incorrect Budget Distribution: The budget may not have been distributed correctly across the relevant periods or cost centers.
  Budget Availability Control Settings: The settings for budget availability control may be too strict, preventing any payments that exceed the distributed budget.
  Incorrect Document Entry: The payment document may have been entered incorrectly, leading to a mismatch between the payment amount and the budget.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Budget Availability: Review the budget for the relevant cost center or internal order to ensure that there is sufficient budget available for the payment.
  Adjust Budget Distribution: If necessary, adjust the budget distribution to allocate more funds to the relevant budget line item.
  Modify Payment Amount: If the payment amount can be reduced, consider adjusting it to fit within the available budget.
  Review Budget Control Settings: Check the configuration of budget availability control in the system. If the settings are too restrictive, consider adjusting them to allow for more flexibility.
  Consult with Finance Team: If you are unsure about the budget or the payment, consult with your finance or budgeting team to ensure that all entries are correct and that the budget is being managed appropriately.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like FMBB (Budgeting) or FMAVCR01 (Availability Control) to check budget status and make adjustments.
  Reports: Use reports such as S_ALR_87013558 (Budget/Actual/Commitment) to analyze budget consumption and availability.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or your organization's internal guidelines for budget management and control processes.
  
  If the issue persists after checking these areas, it may be necessary to involve your SAP support team or a consultant for further investigation.