How To Fix FMMD_E073 - Combination of budget period &1 and fund &2/&3 is expired on &4

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FMMD_E - Funds Management Master Data

• Message number: 073

• Message text: Combination of budget period &1 and fund &2/&3 is expired on &4

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FMMD_E073 - Combination of budget period &1 and fund &2/&3 is expired on &4 ?

  The SAP error message FMMD_E073 indicates that there is an issue with the budget period and fund combination in the Funds Management (FM) module. Specifically, it means that the budget period you are trying to use has expired for the specified fund. Here’s a breakdown of the cause, potential solutions, and related information:
  Cause:
  
  Expired Budget Period: The budget period you are trying to access has already ended. This could happen if you are trying to post a transaction or create a commitment for a budget period that is no longer valid.
  Incorrect Fund: The fund specified in the transaction may not be valid for the budget period you are trying to use.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the Funds Management module that are not aligned with the budget periods and funds being used.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Budget Period: Verify the budget period you are trying to use. Ensure that it is still open and valid for the transactions you are attempting to perform.
  
  You can check this in the Funds Management module under the budget control settings.
  
  
  
  Review Fund Configuration: Ensure that the fund you are using is correctly configured and is valid for the budget period in question.
  
  Check the fund's validity dates and ensure it aligns with the budget period.
  
  
  
  Adjust Transaction Date: If possible, adjust the transaction date to fall within an open budget period.
  
  This may involve changing the date of the transaction or creating a new budget period if necessary.
  
  
  
  Consult with Finance Team: If you are unsure about the budget periods or fund configurations, consult with your finance or budgeting team to clarify the correct settings and periods.
  
  
  System Configuration: If the issue persists, it may require a review of the system configuration by an SAP consultant or administrator to ensure that the budget periods and funds are set up correctly.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may want to use transaction codes like FMBB (Budgeting) or FMAVCR01 (Display Budget) to review budget settings and periods.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files related to Funds Management for more detailed information on budget periods and fund management.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.