How To Fix PFM_PS010 - Reinforcement guarantee shortage

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PFM_PS - Message class of PS module

• Message number: 010

• Message text: Reinforcement guarantee shortage

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PFM_PS010 - Reinforcement guarantee shortage ?

  The SAP error message PFM_PS010, which indicates a "Reinforcement guarantee shortage," typically arises in the context of project system (PS) or financial management (FM) modules when there is a discrepancy between the planned and actual costs or when the available budget is insufficient to cover the costs of a project or order.
  Cause:
  
  Budget Limitations: The project or order may have a budget that has been exceeded or is insufficient to cover the planned expenditures.
  Cost Overruns: Actual costs incurred may exceed the planned costs due to unforeseen expenses or misestimations.
  Incorrect Planning: The project may not have been planned accurately, leading to a mismatch between expected and actual costs.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the budget control settings in SAP, leading to incorrect budget checks.
  
  Solution:
  
  Review Budget: Check the budget assigned to the project or order. Ensure that it is sufficient to cover the planned costs. If necessary, increase the budget.
  Analyze Costs: Review the actual costs incurred against the planned costs. Identify any areas where costs have exceeded expectations and investigate the reasons.
  Adjust Planning: If the project plan is found to be inaccurate, update the project plan to reflect more realistic estimates.
  Configuration Check: Ensure that the budget control settings in SAP are correctly configured. This may involve checking the budget types, availability control settings, and any related parameters.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on handling budget issues in your version of SAP.
  Engage with SAP Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance, especially if it appears to be a system-related issue.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as CJ20N (Project Builder), CJI3 (Project Actual Line Items), and S_ALR_87013558 (Budget/Actual/Commitment).
  Budget Control: Understand the principles of budget control in SAP, including how to set up and manage budgets effectively.
  Training Resources: Consider training sessions or workshops on SAP Project System and Financial Management to better understand how to manage budgets and costs.
  
  By addressing the underlying causes and implementing the suggested solutions, you should be able to resolve the PFM_PS010 error and ensure that your project or order remains within budgetary constraints.