How To Fix BQ201 - - &: & (&)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BQ - Messages for Budgeting and Planning

• Message number: 201

• Message text: - &: & (&)

What causes this issue?

The overall budget &V2& &V4& in funds center/commitment item &V1& is
negative.

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 BQ201 - - &: & (&) ?

  The SAP error message BQ201 typically relates to issues with the business partner (BP) data in the SAP system, particularly when there are inconsistencies or missing information in the business partner's master data. The error message format often includes placeholders (represented by "&") that indicate specific details about the error, such as the business partner number or the specific field causing the issue.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Data: Required fields in the business partner master data may be incomplete or missing.
  Inconsistent Data: There may be inconsistencies in the data entered for the business partner, such as incorrect formats or invalid entries.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access or modify the business partner data.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the SAP system that are not aligned with the business partner data requirements.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Business Partner Data: Review the business partner master data for completeness and accuracy. Ensure that all required fields are filled out correctly.
  Correct Inconsistencies: If there are any inconsistencies in the data, correct them. This may involve checking formats, ensuring that all mandatory fields are populated, and verifying that the data aligns with the expected values.
  Review Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access and modify the business partner data. If not, contact your SAP security administrator to adjust the permissions.
  Consult Configuration Settings: If the issue persists, consult with your SAP configuration team to ensure that the settings related to business partner data are correctly configured.
  Use Transaction Codes: Utilize relevant transaction codes (like BP for business partner maintenance) to access and edit the business partner data directly.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to the BQ201 error message.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation for business partner management to understand the required fields and data structure.
  Support: If the issue cannot be resolved internally, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the underlying cause of the BQ201 error message in your SAP system.