How To Fix FO235 - The expenditure FM account assignment is not entitled to cover

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FO - Cross-ISPS Functions

• Message number: 235

• Message text: The expenditure FM account assignment is not entitled to cover

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FO235 - The expenditure FM account assignment is not entitled to cover ?

  The SAP error message FO235, "The expenditure FM account assignment is not entitled to cover," typically occurs in the context of Funds Management (FM) in SAP. This error indicates that the account assignment you are trying to use does not have the necessary budget or entitlement to cover the expenditure you are attempting to post.
  Cause:
  
  Insufficient Budget: The budget for the specified account assignment (e.g., cost center, internal order, etc.) has been exhausted or is not sufficient to cover the expenditure.
  Incorrect Account Assignment: The account assignment may not be correctly set up or may not be valid for the type of expenditure being posted.
  Budget Availability Control: The settings for budget availability control may be too strict, preventing any postings that exceed the available budget.
  Fund Type Restrictions: The fund type associated with the account assignment may not allow for the type of expenditure being posted.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Budget Availability: Review the budget for the account assignment in question. Ensure that there is sufficient budget available to cover the expenditure. You can do this by using transaction codes like FMAVCR01 (Budget Availability Control) to check the budget status.
  Adjust Budget: If the budget is insufficient, consider adjusting the budget by increasing it or reallocating funds from other areas.
  Verify Account Assignment: Ensure that the account assignment is correctly configured and valid for the expenditure type. Check if the account assignment is active and correctly linked to the relevant budget.
  Review Configuration: Check the configuration settings for budget availability control in the Funds Management module. You may need to adjust the settings to allow for more flexibility in postings.
  Consult with Finance Team: If you are unsure about the budget or account assignment, consult with your finance or controlling team to ensure that the correct procedures are being followed.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as FMAVCR01 (to check budget availability), FMBB (to change budget), and FMX1 (to create or change fund).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or updates related to this error message. SAP Notes can provide additional insights or patches that may resolve the issue.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation on Funds Management to understand how budget control works and how to manage account assignments effectively.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the FO235 error and take appropriate action to resolve it.