How To Fix PFM_EA_PS144 - Values to be requested in fund & center & exceed own revenue balance

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PFM_EA_PS -

• Message number: 144

• Message text: Values to be requested in fund & center & exceed own revenue balance

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PFM_EA_PS144 - Values to be requested in fund & center & exceed own revenue balance ?

  The SAP error message PFM_EA_PS144 indicates that the values being requested in a specific fund and center exceed the available revenue balance. This error typically occurs in the context of Public Sector Management (PSM) or Fund Management (FM) modules within SAP, where budgetary controls are enforced.
  Cause:
  
  Insufficient Revenue Balance: The primary cause of this error is that the amount you are trying to request or allocate exceeds the available revenue balance for the specified fund and center.
  Incorrect Budgeting: There may be a misalignment in the budgeting process, where the budgeted amounts do not reflect the actual available revenue.
  Posting Errors: Previous postings may have incorrectly reduced the available balance, leading to this error when trying to request additional funds.
  Configuration Issues: There could be issues with the configuration of the fund management settings, such as incorrect settings for budget availability control.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Available Balance: Review the available revenue balance for the fund and center in question. Ensure that the requested amount does not exceed this balance.
  Adjust Budget: If necessary, adjust the budget to reflect the actual revenue available. This may involve reallocating funds or increasing the budget for the relevant fund and center.
  Review Postings: Check for any recent postings that may have affected the available balance. Correct any errors found in previous transactions.
  Consult with Finance Team: If you are unsure about the available balance or how to adjust the budget, consult with your finance or accounting team for assistance.
  Configuration Review: If the issue persists, review the configuration settings for fund management to ensure they are set up correctly. This may require the assistance of an SAP consultant or system administrator.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Documentation: Refer to SAP's official documentation for Fund Management and Public Sector Management for detailed guidance on budget management and error handling.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as FMAVCR01 (Availability Control) to check budget availability and FMBB (Budgeting) for budget adjustments.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the appropriate user roles and permissions to view and modify budget information in SAP.
  Training: Consider training sessions on SAP Fund Management for better understanding and handling of budget-related issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and ensure that your fund management processes are functioning correctly.