How To Fix HRECM00BDG036 - Could not delimit budget during deletion

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRECM00BDG - Messages for Budgeting Functions

• Message number: 036

• Message text: Could not delimit budget during deletion

What causes this issue?

You cannot delimit this budget for one of the following reasons:
Invalid plan version
Invalid budget object
Database error.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

Contact your system administrator.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRECM00BDG036 - Could not delimit budget during deletion ?

  The SAP error message HRECM00BDG036: Could not delimit budget during deletion typically occurs in the context of budget management within the SAP system, particularly when dealing with budgetary controls in the Human Resources (HR) module or related financial applications.
  Cause:
  This error usually arises when there is an attempt to delete a budget that is still being referenced or has not been properly delimited. The following are common causes for this error:
  
  Active References: The budget you are trying to delete is still being referenced by other transactions or objects in the system.
  Incorrect Budget Status: The budget may not be in a status that allows for deletion (e.g., it may be locked or in use).
  Missing Delimitation: The budget has not been properly delimited before attempting to delete it.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary permissions to perform the deletion.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check References: Ensure that there are no active references to the budget you are trying to delete. This may involve checking related transactions, assignments, or any linked objects.
  
  
  Delimit the Budget: If the budget is still active, you may need to delimit it first. This can usually be done through the budget management transaction in SAP. Make sure to set an end date for the budget.
  
  
  Review Budget Status: Verify the status of the budget. If it is locked or in a state that does not allow deletion, you may need to change its status or unlock it.
  
  
  User Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to delete budgets. If not, contact your SAP administrator to obtain the required permissions.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific instructions related to budget management in your version of SAP.
  
  
  Check for Customizations: If your organization has custom developments or enhancements in the SAP system, check if they might be affecting the budget deletion process.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as S_ALR_87013558 (for budget reports) or FMBB (for budget management).
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to budget management and the specific error message for any patches or updates that may address the issue.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal IT support team for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and take appropriate action to resolve it.