How To Fix PFM_1437 - Request amount is higher than coverage. Error

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PFM_1 - Message class for POCLIS

• Message number: 437

• Message text: Request amount is higher than coverage. Error

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PFM_1437 - Request amount is higher than coverage. Error ?

  The SAP error message PFM_1437, which states "Request amount is higher than coverage," typically occurs in the context of budget management or funds management within SAP. This error indicates that the amount being requested for a particular transaction exceeds the available budget or coverage for that specific cost center, project, or fund.
  Cause:
  
  Insufficient Budget: The most common cause is that the budget allocated for the specific cost center or project has been exhausted or is insufficient to cover the requested amount.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be issues with the configuration of budget controls or fund management settings.
  Posting Period Issues: The posting period may be closed, or the budget may not be available for the current period.
  Incorrect Amount Entry: The amount entered in the transaction may be incorrect or miscalculated.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Budget Availability:
  
  Review the budget for the relevant cost center or project to ensure that there are sufficient funds available to cover the request.
  Use transaction codes like FMAVCR01 (Budget Availability Control) to check the budget status.
  
  
  
  Adjust Budget:
  
  If the budget is insufficient, consider adjusting the budget by increasing the allocation or transferring funds from another cost center or project.
  This can be done through budget transfer transactions or by adjusting the budget in the relevant configuration settings.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the budget control settings are correctly configured in the system. This includes checking the settings for budget types, availability control, and fund management.
  
  
  
  Correct Posting Period:
  
  Verify that the posting period is open and that the budget is available for the current period. If necessary, open the posting period or adjust the budget accordingly.
  
  
  
  Recheck Transaction Amount:
  
  Double-check the amount entered in the transaction to ensure it is correct. If there was a mistake, correct it and try the transaction again.
  
  
  
  Consult with Finance Team:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consult with your finance or budget management team for further assistance. They may have insights into budget policies or additional tools to help manage the situation.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as FMAVCR01 for budget availability checks, FMBB for budget adjustments, and FMX1 for budget transfers.
  SAP Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on budget management and funds management processes.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to view and modify budget information in SAP.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the PFM_1437 error and implement a solution to resolve it.