How To Fix GMBUDGETING106 - Negative amount &2 for the GM Object in line &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GMBUDGETING - Messages for GM budgeting

• Message number: 106

• Message text: Negative amount &2 for the GM Object in line &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GMBUDGETING106 - Negative amount &2 for the GM Object in line &1 ?

  The SAP error message GMBUDGETING106 indicates that there is a negative amount associated with a budget management (GM) object in a specific line item. This error typically arises in the context of budget management within SAP's Public Sector Management (PSM) or Grants Management (GM) modules.
  Cause:
  
  
  Negative Budget Amount: The error occurs when a transaction attempts to post a negative amount to a budget line that does not allow for negative postings. This could happen if:
  
  The budget has already been exhausted.
  The transaction is trying to reduce the budget below zero.
  There is a mismatch between the budget and the actual or planned amounts.
  
  
  
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration settings for budget management may not allow for negative amounts, or the budget object may not be set up correctly.
  
  
  Data Entry Error: There may be a mistake in the data entry, such as entering a negative value by mistake.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Review the Budget: Check the budget status for the GM object in question. Ensure that there are sufficient funds available to accommodate the transaction being processed.
  
  
  Adjust the Transaction: If the transaction is intended to reduce the budget, ensure that it is valid and that the budget allows for such adjustments. If necessary, modify the transaction to reflect a valid amount.
  
  
  Check Configuration: Review the configuration settings for budget management in SAP. Ensure that the settings allow for the type of transaction you are trying to perform.
  
  
  Correct Data Entry: If the error is due to incorrect data entry, correct the amount being posted to ensure it is a valid positive value.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidelines on budget management and the handling of negative amounts.
  
  
  Contact Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as FMBB (Budgeting) or FMAVCR01 (Budget Availability Control) to monitor and manage budgets.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to budget management errors for additional insights or patches that may resolve the issue.
  Training: Consider training sessions or workshops on SAP Budget Management to better understand how to manage budgets effectively and avoid similar errors in the future.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.