How To Fix HR_FM_BUDGET_PD009 - Switch &1 for budget period not active

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HR_FM_BUDGET_PD - HR: Text for Funds Management Budget Period Integration

• Message number: 009

• Message text: Switch &1 for budget period not active

Self-Explanatory Message

Since SAP believes that this specific error message is 'self-explanatory,' no more information has been given.The majority of messages in the SAP system have a message text, however this is frequently insufficient to comprehend or resolve the problem.

To make things easier, more detailed information is frequently added to describe the issue, how to fix it, and the necessary steps or configuration modifications.

Unfortunately, there isn't any extra information in this error notice.

What else can you do?

First, use our AnswerBot below to get a possible cause and solution (requires a premium subscription).

Also, review the in-depth Common Questions & Answers listed below; you could discover a solution there or be able to connect with others who have faced similar challenges.

You can also try searching the SAP support portal (support.sap.com) but you need a special user ID to access it. It is possible that an SAP support note exists that provides additional details about the mistake or even steps for fixing it.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HR_FM_BUDGET_PD009 - Switch &1 for budget period not active ?

  The SAP error message HR_FM_BUDGET_PD009 indicates that a specific budget period (identified by the switch &1) is not active. This error typically occurs in the context of budget management within the SAP system, particularly in the Public Sector Management (PSM) module or when dealing with Funds Management (FM).
  Cause:
  The error is caused by one of the following reasons:
  
  Inactive Budget Period: The budget period you are trying to access or use is not currently active in the system. This could be due to the budget period not being defined or activated in the configuration settings.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration settings for budget periods may not be set up correctly, leading to the system not recognizing the specified budget period.
  Data Entry Error: There may be a mistake in the data entry where the wrong budget period is referenced.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Budget Period Activation:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for Funds Management (FM) or Public Sector Management (PSM).
  Verify if the budget period in question is activated. You can do this by navigating to the relevant configuration path in the SAP menu:
  
  SPRO ? Public Sector Management ? Funds Management ? Budget Control System ? Define Budget Periods.
  
  
  Ensure that the budget period is active for the fiscal year you are working with.
  
  
  
  Activate the Budget Period:
  
  If the budget period is not active, you can activate it by following the appropriate steps in the configuration settings.
  
  
  
  Review Data Entry:
  
  Double-check the data entry to ensure that the correct budget period is being referenced in your transaction or report.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review any relevant SAP documentation or notes related to budget periods and Funds Management to ensure compliance with best practices.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance. They may provide additional insights or patches if the issue is related to a known bug.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as FMBB (Budgeting) or FMAVCR01 (Budget Availability Control) to manage and review budget periods.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary roles and authorizations to access and modify budget periods.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the HR_FM_BUDGET_PD009 error and ensure that the budget periods are correctly configured and active in your SAP system.