How To Fix PFM_1198 - Insufficient award assurance amount

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PFM_1 - Message class for POCLIS

• Message number: 198

• Message text: Insufficient award assurance amount

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PFM_1198 - Insufficient award assurance amount ?

  The SAP error message PFM_1198, which states "Insufficient award assurance amount," typically occurs in the context of Public Sector Management (PSM) or Grant Management within SAP. This error indicates that the system has detected that the amount allocated for an award or grant is insufficient to cover the requested expenses or commitments.
  Cause:
  
  Insufficient Budget: The budget allocated for the award or grant may not be sufficient to cover the expenses being processed.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be issues with the configuration of the award assurance settings in the system.
  Commitments Exceeding Available Funds: The total commitments or expenses may exceed the available funds for the award.
  Incorrect Amounts Entered: The amounts entered in the transaction may be incorrect or not aligned with the budget.
  
  Solution:
  
  Review Budget Allocation: Check the budget assigned to the award or grant. Ensure that it is sufficient to cover the expenses being processed.
  Adjust Budget: If the budget is insufficient, consider increasing the budget allocation for the award or grant.
  Check Commitments: Review existing commitments and expenses against the available budget to ensure they do not exceed the allocated amount.
  Correct Data Entry: Verify that the amounts entered in the transaction are correct and correspond to the budgeted amounts.
  Configuration Review: If the issue persists, review the configuration settings related to award assurance in the SAP system to ensure they are set up correctly.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on managing awards and grants.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes in SAP for budget management, such as FMBB (Budgeting) or FMAVC (Availability Control).
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to PFM_1198 for additional insights or patches that may address the issue.
  User Roles: Ensure that the user has the appropriate roles and permissions to manage budgets and awards in the system.
  Training: Consider training for users involved in budget management to minimize errors related to budget allocation and award management.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a technical consultant who specializes in SAP Public Sector Management.