How To Fix FMCU029 - No frozen budgeting version defined

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FMCU - Customizing for budgeting in FM

• Message number: 029

• Message text: No frozen budgeting version defined

What causes this issue?

There is no frozen version defined.

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?

If you want to define a frozen version for budgeting, select the IMG
activity: <DS:SIMG._ISPSFM_N_VERSION_A>Maintain Versions</>.
A frozen version in budgeting is defined as a planning version with the
exclusive use "Budget Control System Frozen Version".

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FMCU029 - No frozen budgeting version defined ?

  The SAP error message FMCU029 ("No frozen budgeting version defined") typically occurs in the context of budget management within the SAP system, particularly when working with the Budget Control System (BCS). This error indicates that there is no "frozen" version of the budget available for the specified fiscal year or period, which is necessary for certain budgetary operations.
  Cause:
  
  No Frozen Version: The primary cause of this error is that a frozen version of the budget has not been created for the relevant fiscal year or period. A frozen version is a snapshot of the budget that is used for comparison and control purposes.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the budget management settings that prevent the creation of a frozen version.
  User Authorization: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access or create a frozen budget version.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Create a Frozen Budget Version:
  
  Navigate to the budgeting transaction in SAP (e.g., transaction code FMBB for budget management).
  Check if a frozen version exists for the relevant fiscal year. If not, create one by selecting the appropriate budget version and using the option to freeze it.
  Ensure that the budget version is correctly defined and that all necessary data is included.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Review the configuration settings for budget management in the SAP system. Ensure that the settings allow for the creation of frozen versions.
  Consult with your SAP Basis or configuration team if you suspect that there are issues with the setup.
  
  
  
  User Authorization:
  
  Verify that the user encountering the error has the necessary authorizations to access and manage budget versions. This may involve checking roles and permissions in the SAP system.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific instructions on managing budget versions and resolving related errors.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as FMBB (Budgeting) and FMAVCR01 (Budget Availability Control).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Training and Support: If you are new to budget management in SAP, consider seeking training or support from experienced colleagues or SAP consultants.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the FMCU029 error and ensure that a frozen budgeting version is defined for your budget management processes.