How To Fix FI607 - Planning not possible in commitment item &/&/&

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FI - TR-FM Funds Management

• Message number: 607

• Message text: Planning not possible in commitment item &/&/&

What causes this issue?

Planning may be carried out for revenue and expenditure items only.
The item you have specified is marked as an inventory item in the
master record.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FI607 - Planning not possible in commitment item &/&/& ?

  The SAP error message FI607 ("Planning not possible in commitment item &/&/&") typically occurs in the context of budgetary control and financial planning within the SAP system. This error indicates that there is an issue with the planning data for a specific commitment item in the budget.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Planning Data: The commitment item may not have any planning data associated with it in the system.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration for the commitment item may not be set up correctly in the controlling area or the budget structure.
  Budget Availability Control: The budget may not be available for the specified commitment item, leading to the inability to plan.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to perform planning for the specified commitment item.
  Fiscal Year Variants: The fiscal year variant may not be correctly assigned or configured for the commitment item.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Planning Data: Verify if planning data exists for the commitment item in question. You can do this by navigating to the relevant planning transaction (e.g., transaction code KP06 for cost center planning).
  Review Configuration: Ensure that the commitment item is correctly configured in the system. Check the settings in the controlling area and the budget structure.
  Budget Availability: Confirm that there is an available budget for the commitment item. You can check this in the budget management transactions (e.g., transaction code FMBB).
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to perform planning activities for the commitment item. This may require coordination with your SAP security team.
  Fiscal Year Variant: Verify that the fiscal year variant is correctly assigned to the commitment item and that it aligns with the planning periods.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as KP06 (Cost Center Planning), FMBB (Budgeting), and S_ALR_87013558 (Budget Overview).
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to the FI607 error message.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation on budgetary control and planning to understand the configuration and processes involved.
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in financial accounting and controlling (FI/CO) within SAP.