How To Fix GENFM_EXTBRULE006 - Budget Rules, Document lines with the same CI and different budget keys.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GENFM_EXTBRULE - Message Class for Extended Budget Rule Implementation

• Message number: 006

• Message text: Budget Rules, Document lines with the same CI and different budget keys.

What causes this issue?

The Sender Limits validation cannot check the document: lines &V1&, &V2&
, Budget Category &V3& have the same Commitment Item but different
budget keys.

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

System Response

The system does not allow the document to be posted and displays an
error message.

How to fix this error?

Separate the creation of this document in two different documents so
that there is only one budget key combination for each Commitment Item.
In order to bypass the check you can also:
Pre-post the document with a Document Type that will run a Workflow for
approval in <DS:SIMG.PSM_FM_EBR_BYPASS>Define Workflow Bypass</>

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GENFM_EXTBRULE006 - Budget Rules, Document lines with the same CI and different budget keys. ?

  The SAP error message GENFM_EXTBRULE006 indicates that there are document lines with the same cost object (CI - Cost Object) but different budget keys in a budget-related transaction. This typically occurs in the context of budget management and financial accounting when trying to post a document that violates the rules set for budget consumption.
  Cause:
  The error arises when:
  
  You are trying to post a document that has multiple line items referencing the same cost object (e.g., a cost center or internal order) but with different budget keys.
  The system is configured to enforce a rule that does not allow multiple budget keys for the same cost object in a single document.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Review Document Lines: Check the document lines in the transaction you are trying to post. Ensure that all lines referencing the same cost object use the same budget key.
  
  
  Consolidate Lines: If possible, consolidate the lines that have the same cost object but different budget keys into a single line with a common budget key.
  
  
  Adjust Budget Keys: If the business process allows, consider adjusting the budget keys used in the document lines to ensure they are consistent for the same cost object.
  
  
  Check Configuration: Review the configuration settings in the SAP system related to budget management. Ensure that the rules for budget consumption are set up correctly according to your organization's requirements.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or your organization's internal guidelines for budget management to understand the implications of budget keys and cost objects.
  
  
  Seek Help from SAP Support: If the issue persists and you cannot find a resolution, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP team for further assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Budget Management: Understanding how budget keys and cost objects work in SAP is crucial for effective budget management.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes (e.g., FB50 for general ledger postings, FMBB for budget adjustments) that may help in troubleshooting.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to budget management and error messages that might provide additional insights or patches.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.