How To Fix BQ231 - - &: & <& (&)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BQ - Messages for Budgeting and Planning

• Message number: 231

• Message text: - &: & <& (&)

What causes this issue?

The annual plan value in the balance budget &V2& &V4& in the funds
center/commitment item &V1& is smaller than the distributed plan
value &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?

Check your entries.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BQ231 - - &: & <& (&) ?

  The SAP error message BQ231 typically relates to issues with the configuration of the system, particularly in the context of business partner (BP) data or vendor/customer master data. The error message format suggests that there is a problem with the assignment or configuration of certain fields or parameters.
  Cause:
  
  Missing or Incorrect Data: The error may occur if required fields in the business partner or vendor/customer master data are missing or incorrectly filled.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration settings in the system related to business partners, such as incorrect settings in the role assignment or data model.
  Inconsistent Data: If there are inconsistencies in the data being processed, such as mismatched keys or invalid entries, this can trigger the error.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the error can arise due to insufficient authorizations for the user trying to perform the action.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Data Entries: Review the entries in the business partner or vendor/customer master data to ensure all required fields are filled out correctly and that there are no inconsistencies.
  Review Configuration: Check the configuration settings related to business partners in the SAP system. Ensure that the roles and data models are correctly set up.
  Data Consistency Check: Use transaction codes like BP (Business Partner) or SE16 (Data Browser) to check for inconsistencies in the data.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to perform the action that triggered the error.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific error message for additional context and troubleshooting steps.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to the BQ231 error message.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as BP, SE16, and SU53 (to check authorization issues).
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums for insights from other users who may have encountered the same error.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a technical consultant for further assistance.