How To Fix FMFG_BLCORE003 - Only Budgetary Ledger posting allowed on account &1 (BL classification)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FMFG_BLCORE - Message class from BL core

• Message number: 003

• Message text: Only Budgetary Ledger posting allowed on account &1 (BL classification)

What causes this issue?

You are using the budgetary ledger. This feature requires a
classification of your accounts allowing postings through the budgetary
ledger or not. You have not allowed non-budgetary ledger postings for
the account to which you want to post.

System Response

You cannot post the current document.

How to fix this error?

Your budgetary ledger might not derive the right account, so you should
check the derivation strategy of the budgetary ledger. If the account
is correct, you have to allow non-budgetary ledger postings on this
account (<DS:TRAS.FMBLCLASS>Classify accounts for the budgetary ledger
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Procedure for System Administrators

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FMFG_BLCORE003 - Only Budgetary Ledger posting allowed on account &1 (BL classification) ?

  The SAP error message FMFG_BLCORE003 indicates that a posting attempt was made to a financial account that is restricted to only allow budgetary ledger postings. This error typically arises in the context of Public Sector Management (PSM) or Funds Management (FM) modules in SAP, where certain accounts are designated for budgetary control.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when:
  
  A posting is attempted to a financial account that is classified for budgetary ledger use only.
  The account is not configured to allow other types of postings (e.g., actuals or commitments).
  The transaction being executed does not comply with the budgetary control settings defined for that account.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, consider the following steps:
  
  
  Check Account Configuration:
  
  Verify the configuration of the account in question. Ensure that it is set up correctly for the intended type of posting.
  Use transaction code FS00 to check the account settings and ensure it is classified correctly.
  
  
  
  Review Posting Type:
  
  Ensure that the transaction you are trying to execute is appropriate for the account type. If you are trying to post an actual or commitment to a budget-only account, you will need to adjust your posting method.
  
  
  
  Use Correct Transaction:
  
  If you need to post a budget, ensure you are using the correct transaction code for budgetary postings (e.g., FMBB for budget entry).
  
  
  
  Consult with Configuration Team:
  
  If you believe the account should allow other types of postings, consult with your SAP configuration team to review the account's settings and make necessary adjustments.
  
  
  
  Check for Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to perform the intended posting. Lack of proper authorization can sometimes lead to unexpected errors.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as:
  
  FMBB: Budget Entry
  FMX1: Budget Transfer
  FMBT: Budget Adjustment
  
  
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to Funds Management and Budgetary Control for more detailed information on account classifications and posting rules.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues or provide updates related to this error message.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.