How To Fix PFM_EA_PS221 - An error occurred calculating the monthly budget. Amount is set to 0.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PFM_EA_PS -

• Message number: 221

• Message text: An error occurred calculating the monthly budget. Amount is set to 0.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PFM_EA_PS221 - An error occurred calculating the monthly budget. Amount is set to 0. ?

  The SAP error message PFM_EA_PS221 indicates that there was an issue while calculating the monthly budget, resulting in the amount being set to zero. This error typically occurs in the context of Public Sector Management (PSM) or Project System (PS) modules when the system attempts to calculate or allocate budget amounts.
  Causes:
  
  Missing or Incorrect Budget Data: The budget data for the specified period may be missing or incorrectly configured.
  Budget Availability Control: The budget availability control settings may not be properly defined, leading to the inability to allocate or calculate the budget.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be issues with the configuration of the budget structure or the related master data.
  Period Closing: The period for which the budget is being calculated may be closed, preventing any changes or calculations.
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies in the data related to the budget, such as incorrect assignment of funds or cost elements.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Budget Data: Verify that the budget data for the relevant period is correctly entered and available. Ensure that the budget is not set to zero.
  Review Availability Control Settings: Check the settings for budget availability control to ensure they are correctly configured for the relevant budget types and periods.
  Configuration Review: Review the configuration settings for the budget structure and ensure that all necessary parameters are correctly set up.
  Open Periods: Ensure that the period for which you are trying to calculate the budget is open. If it is closed, you may need to reopen it or adjust your calculations accordingly.
  Data Consistency Check: Perform a consistency check on the budget data to identify any discrepancies or issues that may be causing the error.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or support notes related to budget calculations in the PSM or PS modules for additional guidance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like S_ALR_87013558 (Budget Overview) or S_ALR_87013559 (Budget Reports) to analyze budget data.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  User Authorization: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to view and modify budget data.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or reach out to SAP support for further assistance.