How To Fix H1467 - Status of budget structure is not 'Proposed'

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: H1 - Messages Used in HR Funds and Position Management

• Message number: 467

• Message text: Status of budget structure is not 'Proposed'

What causes this issue?

In HR Funds and Position Management, you tried to generate a budget
structure element for commitment item &v4& (in FM area &v1&, funds &v2&
, funds center &v3&).
The status of the budget hierarchy to which you want to add the budget
structure element is not <ZH>Proposed</>.

System Response

Generation was terminated.

How to fix this error?

You cannot add new budget structure elements to a released overall
budget during a financial year.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message H1467 - Status of budget structure is not 'Proposed' ?

  The SAP error message H1467, which states "Status of budget structure is not 'Proposed'," typically occurs in the context of budget management within SAP, particularly when working with budget structures in the Public Sector Management (PSM) module or similar financial management areas.
  Cause:
  This error indicates that the budget structure you are trying to use is not in the 'Proposed' status. In SAP, budget structures can have different statuses, such as 'Proposed', 'Active', or 'Closed'. The 'Proposed' status usually allows for modifications and is a preliminary stage before the budget is finalized and activated. If the budget structure is in a different status (e.g., 'Active' or 'Closed'), you will not be able to perform certain actions that require it to be in the 'Proposed' state.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check the Status of the Budget Structure:
  
  Navigate to the relevant transaction in SAP (e.g., transaction code S_ALR_87013558 or FMBB for budget management).
  Look up the budget structure in question and check its current status.
  
  
  
  Change the Status:
  
  If the budget structure is not in 'Proposed' status, you may need to change it back to 'Proposed' if your business process allows for it. This typically involves:
  
  Using the appropriate transaction to change the status (e.g., FMBB for budget changes).
  Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make this change.
  
  
  
  
  
  Create a New Budget Structure:
  
  If changing the status is not feasible (for example, if the budget structure has already been finalized), you may need to create a new budget structure with the desired parameters and ensure it is set to 'Proposed'.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation or Support:
  
  If you are unsure about the implications of changing the status or creating a new budget structure, consult your organization's SAP documentation or reach out to your SAP support team for guidance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Budget Structure Lifecycle: Understanding the lifecycle of budget structures in SAP can help you manage them effectively. Familiarize yourself with the different statuses and their implications.
  Authorization Issues: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to view and modify budget structures. Lack of proper permissions can also lead to errors.
  SAP Notes and Documentation: Check SAP Notes for any specific patches or updates related to budget management that might address known issues or provide additional guidance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the H1467 error and continue with your budget management tasks in SAP.