How To Fix FI404 - There are no documents which increase the budget

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FI - TR-FM Funds Management

• Message number: 404

• Message text: There are no documents which increase the budget

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FI404 - There are no documents which increase the budget ?

  The SAP error message FI404 ("There are no documents which increase the budget") typically occurs in the context of budget management within the SAP system, particularly when working with budgetary control in the Financial Accounting (FI) module. This error indicates that the system cannot find any documents that would increase the budget for a particular cost center, internal order, or other budgetary objects.
  Causes of FI404 Error
  
  No Budget Document Exists: There may not be any budget documents created for the specified period or budget object.
  Incorrect Budget Type: The budget type being referenced may not be set up to allow for increases.
  Budget Availability Control: The budget availability control settings may not permit the increase of the budget.
  Period Locking: The period in which you are trying to increase the budget may be locked or closed.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or create budget documents.
  
  Solutions to FI404 Error
  
  
  Check Budget Documents: Verify if there are any existing budget documents for the relevant cost center or internal order. You can do this by navigating to the budget management transaction (e.g., S_ALR_87013558) to review the budget status.
  
  
  Create a Budget Document: If no budget document exists, you will need to create one. This can be done using transaction codes like FMBB (for budget entry) or FMX1 (for budget increase).
  
  
  Review Budget Type Settings: Ensure that the budget type you are using allows for increases. You can check this in the configuration settings for budget types.
  
  
  Check Availability Control Settings: Review the settings for availability control in the configuration to ensure that they are set up correctly to allow budget increases.
  
  
  Unlock Periods: If the period is locked, you may need to unlock it or create the budget in an open period.
  
  
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to create or modify budget documents. This may involve checking roles and permissions in the user profile.
  
  
  Related Information
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as FMBB (Budget Entry), FMX1 (Budget Increase), and S_ALR_87013558 (Budget Overview).
  Configuration Settings: Review the configuration settings for budget management in the SAP IMG (Implementation Guide) under Public Sector Management or Controlling.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed guidance on budget management and availability control.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the FI404 error and implement the appropriate solution. If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team for further assistance.