How To Fix FMPEP046 - Different budget cannot be copied to same target address &1 &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FMPEP - Use for the Mulitple Budget Entry Transaction in BCS

• Message number: 046

• Message text: Different budget cannot be copied to same target address &1 &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FMPEP046 - Different budget cannot be copied to same target address &1 &2 ?

  The SAP error message FMPEP046 indicates that there is an attempt to copy a budget from one budget address to another, but the system has detected that the budget being copied is different from the existing budget at the target address. This typically occurs in the context of budget management within the SAP Funds Management (FM) module.
  Cause:
  The error arises when:
  
  You are trying to copy a budget from one budget address (e.g., a cost center, internal order, or project) to another, but the budget amounts or characteristics do not match the existing budget at the target address.
  The target budget address already has a budget defined, and the system does not allow overwriting it with a different budget.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the FMPEP046 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Existing Budgets: Review the existing budget at the target address to understand its characteristics and amounts. You can do this by navigating to the relevant budget management transaction (e.g., FMBB, FMAVCR01).
  
  
  Adjust the Source Budget: If the source budget is indeed different and you want to copy it, consider adjusting the source budget to match the target budget's characteristics.
  
  
  Delete Existing Budget: If the existing budget at the target address is no longer needed, you can delete it before attempting to copy the new budget. Be cautious with this approach, as it may affect other processes.
  
  
  Use Different Target Address: If applicable, consider copying the budget to a different target address that does not have an existing budget.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Review SAP documentation or consult with your SAP support team for specific guidelines related to budget copying in your organization's configuration.
  
  
  Check Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to perform budget copying operations.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as FMBB (Budgeting) and FMAVCR01 (Display Budget).
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to budget management and the specific error message for additional insights or patches.
  Configuration Settings: Review the configuration settings in the Funds Management module to ensure they align with your organization's budgeting processes.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to engage with your SAP support team or a consultant who specializes in SAP Funds Management for further assistance.