How To Fix FMFG_BLCORE021 - A Budgetary Ledger posting is required but none exists

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FMFG_BLCORE - Message class from BL core

• Message number: 021

• Message text: A Budgetary Ledger posting is required but none exists

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FMFG_BLCORE021 - A Budgetary Ledger posting is required but none exists ?

  The SAP error message FMFG_BLCORE021 indicates that a budgetary ledger posting is required for a financial transaction, but there is no corresponding budgetary ledger entry available. This error typically occurs in the context of Public Sector Management (PSM) or Funds Management (FM) modules in SAP, where budgetary control is enforced.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Budgetary Ledger Entry: The most common cause is that there is no budget allocated for the specific fund or commitment item you are trying to post against.
  Incorrect Configuration: The system may not be configured correctly to allow postings against the budget.
  Budget Availability Control: The budget availability control settings may not be set up properly, leading to the system not recognizing available budget entries.
  Posting Period Issues: The posting period may be closed or not open for budgetary postings.
  Transaction Type: The transaction type being used may not be allowed for budgetary postings.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Budget Availability: Verify that there is an existing budget for the fund and commitment item you are trying to post against. You can do this by checking the budget reports or using transaction codes like FMAVCR01 (Budget Availability Control).
  Create Budget Entry: If no budget exists, you will need to create a budget entry using transaction codes like FMBB (Budgeting) or FMX1 (Create Budget).
  Review Configuration: Ensure that the configuration for Funds Management is set up correctly. This includes checking the settings for budget availability control and ensuring that the relevant budget types are active.
  Open Posting Period: Check if the posting period is open for budgetary postings. You can do this in the transaction OB52 (Open and Close Posting Periods).
  Transaction Type Validation: Ensure that the transaction type you are using is valid for budgetary postings. You may need to consult with your SAP configuration team to verify this.
  Consult Documentation: Review SAP documentation or consult with your SAP support team for specific guidance related to your organization's configuration.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as FMAVCR01, FMBB, FMX1, and OB52.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for additional troubleshooting steps or patches.
  User Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to view and create budget entries.
  Training: If you are unfamiliar with the Funds Management module, consider seeking training or resources to better understand budgetary control in SAP.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.