How To Fix FMFG_BLCORE023 - A Budgetary Ledger posting exists but is not correct

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FMFG_BLCORE - Message class from BL core

• Message number: 023

• Message text: A Budgetary Ledger posting exists but is not correct

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FMFG_BLCORE023 - A Budgetary Ledger posting exists but is not correct ?

  The SAP error message FMFG_BLCORE023 indicates that there is an issue with a budgetary ledger posting. This error typically arises in the context of the Funds Management (FM) module when there is a discrepancy or inconsistency in the budgetary data.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Budget Availability Check: The budget may not be available for the specific posting, or the budget has been exceeded.
  Posting to Incorrect Fund Center or Commitment Item: The posting may be directed to a fund center or commitment item that is not valid or does not have an associated budget.
  Inconsistent Data: There may be inconsistencies in the budget data, such as missing or incorrect entries in the budgetary ledger.
  Locked or Inactive Budget: The budget may be locked or inactive for the period in which the posting is being attempted.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the Funds Management settings that prevent the posting from being processed correctly.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Budget Availability: Verify that there is sufficient budget available for the posting. You can do this by checking the budget status in the Funds Management module.
  Review Fund Center and Commitment Item: Ensure that the fund center and commitment item used in the posting are valid and have an associated budget.
  Correct Inconsistencies: If there are inconsistencies in the budget data, correct them by reviewing the budget entries and making necessary adjustments.
  Check Budget Status: Ensure that the budget is active and not locked for the period in which you are trying to post.
  Consult Configuration: If the issue persists, consult with your SAP configuration team to review the Funds Management settings and ensure they are correctly set up.
  Use Transaction Codes: Utilize transaction codes like FMAVCR01 (Budget Availability Control) to analyze the budget status and FMBB (Budgeting) to make necessary adjustments.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes in the Funds Management module, such as FMBB, FMAVCR01, and FMX1.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation on Funds Management for detailed information on budgetary postings and error handling.
  User Roles: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to perform budgetary postings.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to engage with SAP support or your internal SAP team for further assistance.