How To Fix FMKU159 - Annual amount differs from the sum of the period values

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FMKU - FM budgeting, kernel utilities

• Message number: 159

• Message text: Annual amount differs from the sum of the period values

What causes this issue?

The annual amount differs from the sum of the period values:
Annual amount : &V1&.
Sum of the period values: &V2&.

System Response

This is an information message. The migration program continues.

How to fix this error?

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

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FMKU159 - Annual amount differs from the sum of the period values ?

  The SAP error message FMKU159, which states "Annual amount differs from the sum of the period values," typically occurs in the context of Funds Management (FM) when there is a discrepancy between the annual budget amount and the sum of the budget amounts allocated for each individual period (e.g., monthly, quarterly).
  Cause:
  
  Data Entry Error: The annual budget amount may have been entered incorrectly, or the period values may not have been updated correctly.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the budget structure or the way the periods are defined.
  Posting Errors: Transactions may have been posted incorrectly, leading to mismatches between the annual and period values.
  Changes in Budget: If the budget was changed after the period values were set, this could lead to discrepancies.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Budget Entries: Review the budget entries for both the annual amount and the period values. Ensure that they match as expected.
  Adjust Period Values: If the period values are incorrect, adjust them to ensure that their sum equals the annual amount.
  Recalculate Budget: If there have been changes to the budget, recalculate the period values to reflect the new annual budget.
  Review Configuration: Check the configuration settings in the Funds Management module to ensure that they are set up correctly.
  Transaction Review: Look for any erroneous postings that may have affected the budget amounts and correct them if necessary.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like FMBB (Budgeting) or FMAVC (Budget Control) to review and adjust budget entries.
  Reports: Utilize reports such as FMF0 (Display Budget) to analyze budget data and identify discrepancies.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files for detailed guidance on Funds Management and budget handling.
  User Exits and BAdIs: If custom logic is implemented, check for any user exits or BAdIs that might affect budget calculations.
  
  If the issue persists after checking these areas, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant specializing in Funds Management for further assistance.