How To Fix FISA_LOC516 - Expenditure order is not approved

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FISA_LOC - FI Localization for KSA

• Message number: 516

• Message text: Expenditure order is not approved

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FISA_LOC516 - Expenditure order is not approved ?

  The SAP error message FISA_LOC516 indicates that an expenditure order is not approved. This error typically arises in the context of financial management and budgeting within SAP, particularly in modules related to Funds Management (FM) or Project System (PS).
  Cause:
  The error can occur due to several reasons, including:
  
  Approval Workflow: The expenditure order has not gone through the necessary approval workflow. This could be due to missing approvals from relevant stakeholders.
  Budget Availability: The order may not have sufficient budget allocated or may exceed the available budget.
  Status of the Order: The order might be in a status that does not allow for expenditures, such as being in a draft state or marked as inactive.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the SAP system that prevent the order from being approved.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the FISA_LOC516 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Approval Status:
  
  Verify if the expenditure order has been submitted for approval and check the status of the approval process.
  If it is pending, follow up with the approvers to ensure it is processed.
  
  
  
  Review Budget Availability:
  
  Check the budget assigned to the expenditure order. Ensure that there are sufficient funds available and that the order does not exceed the budget limits.
  If necessary, adjust the budget or reallocate funds to accommodate the expenditure.
  
  
  
  Change Order Status:
  
  If the order is in a draft or inactive state, change its status to active or approved as per your organization's procedures.
  
  
  
  Consult Configuration Settings:
  
  If you suspect a configuration issue, consult with your SAP administrator or technical team to review the settings related to expenditure orders and approval workflows.
  
  
  
  Documentation and Training:
  
  Ensure that all users involved in the process are trained on the correct procedures for submitting and approving expenditure orders.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as FMAVCR01 (for budget availability check) or CJ20N (for project management) to help in troubleshooting.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes and Knowledge Base Articles for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  User Roles: Ensure that users have the appropriate roles and authorizations to create, approve, and manage expenditure orders.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to engage with your SAP support team for further investigation and assistance.