How To Fix RE059 - Document & is not a funds commitment in payment budget

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RE - Earmarked funds

• Message number: 059

• Message text: Document & is not a funds commitment in payment budget

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RE059 - Document & is not a funds commitment in payment budget ?

  The SAP error message RE059, which states "Document & is not a funds commitment in payment budget," typically occurs in the context of Public Sector Management (PSM) or Funds Management (FM) modules when there is an issue with budget availability or commitment.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Document Type: The document you are trying to process may not be recognized as a funds commitment. This can happen if the document type is not configured correctly in the system.
  Budget Availability: The budget for the specified commitment may not be available or may have already been fully utilized.
  Document Status: The document may not be in a status that allows it to be processed as a funds commitment.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the Funds Management settings, such as budget types or commitment types.
  Posting Period: The posting period may be closed, preventing any further commitments from being made.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Document Type: Verify that the document type you are using is set up to allow for funds commitments. You may need to consult with your SAP administrator or configuration team.
  Review Budget Availability: Check the budget availability for the relevant commitment. Ensure that there are sufficient funds available in the budget to cover the commitment.
  Document Status: Ensure that the document is in the correct status for processing. If necessary, change the status or reprocess the document.
  Configuration Review: Work with your SAP configuration team to review the Funds Management settings. Ensure that the relevant budget types and commitment types are correctly configured.
  Open Posting Period: Check if the posting period is open. If it is closed, you may need to open it or wait until the next period.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like FMAVCR01 to check budget availability or FMBB to post budget changes.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation on Funds Management and Public Sector Management for more detailed information on how commitments and budgets are managed within the system.
  User Roles: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to create or modify funds commitments.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or reach out to SAP support for further assistance.