How To Fix PSM_S4C_POSTINGS028 - Account &1 maintained as budget account does not exist.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PSM_S4C_POSTINGS -

• Message number: 028

• Message text: Account &1 maintained as budget account does not exist.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PSM_S4C_POSTINGS028 - Account &1 maintained as budget account does not exist. ?

  The SAP error message PSM_S4C_POSTINGS028 indicates that the system is unable to find a budget account that has been specified in the transaction. This typically occurs in the context of Public Sector Management (PSM) or when dealing with budgetary control in SAP.
  Cause:
  The error message is triggered when:
  
  The account specified in the transaction (denoted as &1 in the error message) is not defined in the system as a budget account.
  The account may have been deleted or not properly configured in the budgetary control settings.
  There may be a mismatch in the account number or the account type being used in the transaction.
  The budget account may not be activated for the fiscal year or period in question.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Account Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for budget accounts in SAP (transaction code SPRO).
  Navigate to the relevant section for Public Sector Management and ensure that the account in question is defined as a budget account.
  
  
  
  Verify Account Existence:
  
  Use transaction code FS00 to check if the account exists in the system.
  Ensure that the account is active and has not been marked for deletion.
  
  
  
  Review Budget Control Settings:
  
  Check the budget control settings to ensure that the account is included in the budget structure for the relevant fiscal year.
  Ensure that the account is assigned to the correct budget type.
  
  
  
  Check for Typographical Errors:
  
  Verify that the account number entered in the transaction is correct and does not contain any typographical errors.
  
  
  
  Consult with a SAP Administrator:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consult with your SAP administrator or a functional consultant who specializes in PSM. They can provide insights into the configuration and help troubleshoot the issue further.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SPRO: Customizing Implementation Guide
  FS00: G/L Account Master Record
  FMBB: Budgeting (for budgetary control)
  
  
  
  Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP Help documentation for Public Sector Management for detailed information on budget accounts and configuration.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes:
  
  Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. You can search for relevant notes in the SAP Support Portal.
  
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement the necessary corrections to resolve it.