How To Fix PSM_S4C_FM_MD250 - Budget consumption type &1 must not be a cash origin account.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PSM_S4C_FM_MD -

• Message number: 250

• Message text: Budget consumption type &1 must not be a cash origin account.

What causes this issue?

Budget consumption type &V1& is not allowed as a <LS>Cash Origin Account
</>.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

A cash origin account must be have the following budget consumption
type:
<LS>Unassigned</> (01)
<LS>Payables</> (54)
<LS>Receivables</> (55)
<LS>Expense and Revenue</> (99)

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PSM_S4C_FM_MD250 - Budget consumption type &1 must not be a cash origin account. ?

  The SAP error message PSM_S4C_FM_MD250 indicates that there is an issue with the budget consumption type being used in a financial transaction. Specifically, the error states that the budget consumption type must not be a cash origin account. This typically occurs in the context of Public Sector Management (PSM) or Funds Management (FM) within SAP.
  Cause:
  The error is triggered when a transaction attempts to consume a budget using a cash origin account that is not allowed for the specified budget consumption type. This can happen due to:
  
  Incorrect Configuration: The budget consumption type may be incorrectly configured in the system, allowing cash origin accounts where they should not be allowed.
  Transaction Type Mismatch: The transaction being processed may not align with the expected budget consumption types defined in the system.
  Data Entry Error: There may be an error in the data entry where the wrong account or budget consumption type is selected.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Review the configuration settings for budget consumption types in the Funds Management module. Ensure that the cash origin accounts are not assigned to the budget consumption types that are not supposed to allow them.
  Navigate to the configuration settings in SAP (usually found in SPRO) and check the settings for budget consumption types and cash origin accounts.
  
  
  
  Review Transaction Data:
  
  Verify the transaction data being entered. Ensure that the correct budget consumption type is selected and that it aligns with the account being used.
  If you are using a custom transaction or report, ensure that it is correctly coded to handle budget consumption types.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidelines on budget consumption types and cash origin accounts. This can provide insights into the expected configurations and usage.
  
  
  
  Test with Different Accounts:
  
  If possible, try using a different account that is known to be valid for the budget consumption type in question. This can help identify if the issue is with the specific account being used.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the configuration and transaction data, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance. They can provide more detailed insights based on your specific system configuration.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes in SAP for Funds Management, such as FMBB (Budgeting) or FMAVCR01 (Budget Availability Control).
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message, as they may provide patches or additional guidance.
  User Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed, and solutions shared.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.