How To Fix BQ153 - - &: & <& (&)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BQ - Messages for Budgeting and Planning

• Message number: 153

• Message text: - &: & <& (&)

What causes this issue?

The annual budget &V2& &V4& in the operative element &V1& is less than
the distributed budget &V3& &V4&.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BQ153 - - &: & <& (&) ?

  The SAP error message BQ153 typically relates to issues with the business partner (BP) data in the SAP system. This error often occurs when there is a problem with the assignment of a business partner to a specific role or when the data is incomplete or inconsistent.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Data: The business partner may not have all the required data filled in for the specific role you are trying to assign or use.
  Role Assignment Issues: The business partner may not be assigned to the necessary roles that are required for the transaction you are trying to perform.
  Inconsistent Data: There may be inconsistencies in the data related to the business partner, such as duplicate entries or incorrect data formats.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access or modify the business partner data.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Business Partner Data: Go to the transaction code BP (Business Partner) and verify that all required fields are filled in for the business partner in question. Ensure that the business partner is correctly set up for the roles you need.
  Role Assignment: Ensure that the business partner has the necessary roles assigned. You can do this in the BP transaction by checking the roles tab.
  Data Consistency: Check for any inconsistencies or duplicates in the business partner data. You may need to clean up the data or merge duplicates if they exist.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access and modify business partner data. You may need to consult with your SAP security team if you suspect authorization issues.
  Consult Documentation: If the issue persists, refer to SAP documentation or support notes related to error BQ153 for more specific guidance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as BP for managing business partners, SU01 for user management, and SE11 for data dictionary checks.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP support team for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the BQ153 error in your SAP system.