How To Fix PFM_1220 - Commitment & and coverage & have been reduced

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PFM_1 - Message class for POCLIS

• Message number: 220

• Message text: Commitment & and coverage & have been reduced

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PFM_1220 - Commitment & and coverage & have been reduced ?

  The SAP error message PFM_1220 indicates that there has been a reduction in the commitment and coverage for a particular budget or financial transaction. This error typically arises in the context of Public Sector Management (PSM) or Budget Control System (BCS) within SAP, where budgetary control is enforced.
  Cause:
  
  Budget Reduction: The budget for a specific commitment item or fund center has been reduced, which may not cover the existing commitments or obligations.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be issues with the configuration of budgetary control settings, such as budget thresholds or availability control settings.
  Posting Errors: An attempt to post a transaction that exceeds the available budget or commitment may trigger this error.
  Changes in Budget: If there have been recent changes to the budget (e.g., budget cuts or reallocations), it may lead to insufficient coverage for existing commitments.
  
  Solution:
  
  Review Budget Status: Check the current budget status for the relevant commitment item or fund center. Ensure that there is sufficient budget available to cover the commitments.
  Adjust Budget: If necessary, adjust the budget to ensure that it aligns with the commitments. This may involve increasing the budget or reallocating funds from other areas.
  Check Configuration: Review the configuration settings for budgetary control in SAP. Ensure that the settings for availability control are correctly defined.
  Analyze Commitments: Look into the existing commitments and see if any can be reduced or canceled to free up budget space.
  Consult with Finance Team: If you are unsure about the budget adjustments or configurations, consult with your finance or budgeting team for guidance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like FMAVCR01 (Display Availability Control) or FMBB (Budgeting) to analyze budget availability and commitments.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to this error message.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation on Budget Control and Public Sector Management for detailed guidance on managing budgets and commitments.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the PFM_1220 error and implement the necessary solutions to resolve it.