How To Fix PSM_S4C_POSTINGS201 - Item &1 cannot be increased beyond its original value of &2 &3.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PSM_S4C_POSTINGS -

• Message number: 201

• Message text: Item &1 cannot be increased beyond its original value of &2 &3.

What causes this issue?

Item &V1& was originally created in a budget period that had not yet
expired. The budget period has now expired. It is no longer possible to
increase the amount beyond its original value of &V2& &V3&.

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?

Create a new item and post the increase against an unexpired budget
period or change the account assignment to an unexpired budget period.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PSM_S4C_POSTINGS201 - Item &1 cannot be increased beyond its original value of &2 &3. ?

  The SAP error message PSM_S4C_POSTINGS201 indicates that there is an attempt to increase the value of an item beyond its original value. This typically occurs in the context of financial postings or budget management within the SAP system, particularly in Public Sector Management (PSM) or similar modules.
  Cause:
  The error arises when a user tries to post a transaction that would increase the amount of a budget item or a commitment item beyond what was originally allocated or committed. This is often due to:
  
  Budget Constraints: The system is designed to prevent overspending beyond the allocated budget.
  Configuration Settings: Certain settings in the system may restrict the ability to increase values for specific items.
  Transaction Type: The type of transaction being processed may not allow for increases beyond the original values.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, consider the following steps:
  
  
  Check Budget Availability: Ensure that there is sufficient budget available to accommodate the increase. You may need to adjust the budget or reallocate funds.
  
  
  Review Configuration: Check the configuration settings for the relevant budget or commitment items. Ensure that the settings allow for increases if that is intended.
  
  
  Transaction Type Review: Verify the type of transaction being processed. If it is not allowed to increase the value, you may need to use a different transaction type or method.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Review SAP documentation or help resources related to budget management and postings to understand the specific rules and constraints that apply.
  
  
  Contact Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert who can provide insights based on your specific configuration and usage.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes related to budget management, such as FMBB (Budgeting) or FMAVC (Availability Control).
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary roles and authorizations to perform the intended actions.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.