How To Fix FCO_AVC_PS202 - Couldn't import data. Don't restrict budget to specific posting periods.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FCO_AVC_PS - Availability Control: Project System

• Message number: 202

• Message text: Couldn't import data. Don't restrict budget to specific posting periods.

What causes this issue?

It isn't possible to restrict a budget to specific posting periods.

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?

Please remove the X from the third row of the <LS>Posting Period</> (
<AB>POPER</>) column in the source file.

For more information, search for SAP S/4HANA Cloud on the
<DS:URLA.http://help.sap.com/>SAP Help Portal</>. Then, in the
<LS>Product Assistance</>, under <LS>Finance </>-> <LS>Management
Accounting and Margin Analysis</>, search for <LS>Import Financial Plan
Data</>.

For more information, search for SAP S/4HANA on the
<DS:URLA.http://help.sap.com/>SAP Help Portal</>. Then, in the
<LS>Product Assistance</>, under <LS>Finance </>-> <LS>Financial
Planning and Analysis</>, search for <LS>Import Financial Plan Data</>.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FCO_AVC_PS202 - Couldn't import data. Don't restrict budget to specific posting periods. ?

  The SAP error message FCO_AVC_PS202 typically occurs in the context of budget control and is related to the system's inability to import data due to restrictions on budget availability. The specific message "Couldn't import data. Don't restrict budget to specific posting periods" indicates that there is an issue with how the budget is being managed in relation to posting periods.
  Cause:
  
  Budget Control Settings: The error often arises when the budget control settings are configured to restrict budget availability to specific posting periods, but the system is trying to import data that falls outside of those periods.
  Posting Periods: If the budget is not available for the posting period in which the transaction is being processed, the system will prevent the import of data.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the budget management settings that need to be addressed.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Budget Control Settings:
  
  Navigate to the configuration settings for budget control in SAP.
  Ensure that the budget is not restricted to specific posting periods if you want to allow imports for all periods.
  
  
  
  Adjust Posting Periods:
  
  Review the posting periods defined in your system.
  Make sure that the posting period for the transaction you are trying to import is open and that the budget is available for that period.
  
  
  
  Review Budget Availability:
  
  Check the budget availability for the relevant cost centers or internal orders.
  Ensure that the budget is correctly allocated and available for the periods in question.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific configuration steps related to budget control and posting periods.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, test the import process again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like S_ALR_87013558 (for budget reports) or KP06 (for planning) to analyze budget settings.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that the user attempting the import has the necessary authorizations to access and modify budget data.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in SAP Controlling (CO) and budget management.