How To Fix PSM_BUDGET_TRANSFER021 - Use a valid number range.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PSM_BUDGET_TRANSFER -

• Message number: 021

• Message text: Use a valid number range.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PSM_BUDGET_TRANSFER021 - Use a valid number range. ?

  The SAP error message PSM_BUDGET_TRANSFER021 ("Use a valid number range") typically occurs in the context of budget transfers within the Public Sector Management (PSM) module. This error indicates that the system is unable to find a valid number range for the budget transfer document you are trying to create or process.
  Causes:
  
  Number Range Not Defined: The number range for the budget transfer document type may not be defined in the system.
  Number Range Not Assigned: The document type for the budget transfer may not be assigned to a valid number range.
  Number Range Deactivated: The number range might be deactivated or not available for the current fiscal year or period.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the number range.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the PSM module related to budget management.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Number Range Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code SNRO (Number Range Objects).
  Check the number range object related to budget transfers (usually something like PSM_BUDGET).
  Ensure that a valid number range is defined and active.
  
  
  
  Assign Number Range to Document Type:
  
  Use transaction code OBD4 to check the assignment of the number range to the relevant document type for budget transfers.
  Ensure that the document type you are using is linked to a valid number range.
  
  
  
  Activate Number Range:
  
  If the number range is inactive, you may need to activate it. This can usually be done in the same configuration area where you defined the number range.
  
  
  
  Check Fiscal Year Settings:
  
  Ensure that the number range is valid for the current fiscal year and that there are no restrictions preventing its use.
  
  
  
  User Authorizations:
  
  Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to create or process budget transfers. This can be checked in the user roles and profiles.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or consult with your SAP Basis or functional team for any specific configurations related to your organization's setup.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SNRO: Number Range Objects
  OBD4: Assign Number Ranges to Document Types
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP support team for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue related to the error message PSM_BUDGET_TRANSFER021.