How To Fix PSM_S4C_POSTINGS029 - Line item &2: Budget Account &1 does not allow postings

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PSM_S4C_POSTINGS -

• Message number: 029

• Message text: Line item &2: Budget Account &1 does not allow postings

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PSM_S4C_POSTINGS029 - Line item &2: Budget Account &1 does not allow postings ?

  The SAP error message PSM_S4C_POSTINGS029 indicates that there is an issue with budget account settings that prevent postings from being made. Specifically, the error message states that the budget account (identified by &1) does not allow postings for the line item (identified by &2). This typically occurs in the context of Public Sector Management (PSM) or similar financial modules in SAP.
  Cause:
  
  Budget Account Configuration: The budget account may be configured to disallow postings. This could be due to settings in the budget control system that restrict certain accounts from being used for postings.
  Budget Availability Control: The budget availability control settings may not permit postings to the specified budget account. This can happen if the budget is fully consumed or if the account is set to a status that does not allow further postings.
  Posting Period: The posting period may be closed, preventing any further transactions from being recorded against the budget account.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to post to the specified budget account.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Budget Account Settings:
  
  Navigate to the configuration settings for the budget account in the SAP system.
  Ensure that the account is set up to allow postings. This may involve checking the account type and its associated settings.
  
  
  
  Review Budget Availability Control:
  
  Check the budget availability control settings for the account. Ensure that there is sufficient budget available for the transaction you are trying to post.
  If the budget is fully consumed, you may need to adjust the budget or create a new budget entry.
  
  
  
  Verify Posting Period:
  
  Check if the posting period is open. If it is closed, you may need to open the period or post the transaction in an open period.
  
  
  
  User Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user attempting to make the posting has the necessary authorizations to post to the specified budget account. This may involve checking user roles and permissions.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on budget account settings and postings in your version of SAP.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes such as OBYC (for account determination), S_ALR_87013558 (for budget reports), or FMBB (for budget postings) to investigate further.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement the necessary changes to resolve it.