How To Fix FMEUF061 - Expenditure ceiling exceeded for financing source &1 and time slice &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FMEUF - Expenditure Certification

• Message number: 061

• Message text: Expenditure ceiling exceeded for financing source &1 and time slice &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FMEUF061 - Expenditure ceiling exceeded for financing source &1 and time slice &2 ?

  The SAP error message FMEUF061 indicates that the expenditure ceiling for a specific financing source has been exceeded for a given time slice. This typically occurs in the context of budget management and financial planning within SAP, particularly when working with funds management (FM) or controlling (CO) modules.
  Cause:
  
  Expenditure Ceiling: The error arises when a transaction attempts to post an expenditure that exceeds the predefined budget or expenditure ceiling for a specific financing source and time period.
  Budget Availability: The budget for the specified financing source may not have sufficient availability to cover the new expenditure.
  Time Slice: The time slice refers to the specific period (e.g., month, quarter, year) for which the budget is being monitored. If the expenditure exceeds the allocated budget for that period, this error will occur.
  
  Solution:
  
  Review Budget Allocation: Check the budget allocation for the financing source in question. Ensure that there is sufficient budget available for the time slice in which the expenditure is being posted.
  Adjust Budget: If necessary, adjust the budget to increase the expenditure ceiling for the relevant financing source and time slice. This can be done through the budget adjustment process in SAP.
  Check Transaction Details: Review the details of the transaction that triggered the error. Ensure that the correct financing source and time slice are being used.
  Consult with Finance Team: If you are unsure about budget adjustments or the implications of changing the budget, consult with your finance or controlling team for guidance.
  Use Transaction Codes: Utilize relevant transaction codes such as FMAVCR01 (Budget Availability Control) to analyze the budget situation and see where the limits are being exceeded.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Funds Management (FM): This module is responsible for budget planning, monitoring, and controlling expenditures against budgets.
  Budgeting Process: Understanding the budgeting process in your organization is crucial. This includes how budgets are created, approved, and monitored.
  SAP Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on budget management and expenditure controls.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the appropriate authorizations to view and modify budget information in SAP.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the FMEUF061 error and ensure that your expenditures are within the allowed limits for the specified financing source and time slice.