How To Fix RE283 - Earmarked funds category that you have chosen is not permitted

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RE - Earmarked funds

• Message number: 283

• Message text: Earmarked funds category that you have chosen is not permitted

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

ELSE

What causes this issue?

The current Customizing settings mean it is not possible to reference
the earmarked funds that you have selected.

System Response

How to fix this error?

Check the settings in Customizing under <LS>Public Sector Management ->
Funds Management Government -> Funds Management-Specific Postings ->
Earmarked Funds and Funds Transfers -> Define Permitted Types of
Earmarked Funds in Purchase Order Documents</>.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RE283 - Earmarked funds category that you have chosen is not permitted ?

  The SAP error message RE283, which states "Earmarked funds category that you have chosen is not permitted," typically occurs in the context of SAP Real Estate Management (RE) or Public Sector Management (PSM) when dealing with earmarked funds. This error indicates that the earmarked funds category selected for a particular transaction or document is not valid or allowed based on the configuration or the current settings in the system.
  Causes:
  
  Incorrect Earmarked Funds Category: The earmarked funds category selected may not be configured correctly in the system or may not be allowed for the specific transaction type.
  Configuration Issues: The configuration settings for earmarked funds in the system may not include the category you are trying to use.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to use the selected earmarked funds category.
  Transaction Type Restrictions: Certain transaction types may have restrictions on which earmarked funds categories can be used.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for earmarked funds in the SAP system (transaction code SPRO).
  Verify that the earmarked funds category you are trying to use is defined and allowed for the relevant transaction type.
  
  
  
  Select a Valid Category:
  
  If the earmarked funds category is not valid, select a different category that is permitted for the transaction you are processing.
  
  
  
  Review User Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to use the earmarked funds category. This may involve checking roles and permissions assigned to the user.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review the SAP documentation or help files related to earmarked funds to understand the valid categories and their usage.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance. They can provide insights based on the specific configuration of your SAP system.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Earmarked Funds: Earmarked funds are a way to allocate budgetary resources for specific purposes within an organization. They are often used in public sector accounting and project management.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes in SAP that deal with earmarked funds, such as RECN (Real Estate Contract Management) or other related modules.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message, as they may provide additional context or solutions based on known issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the RE283 error and implement a solution to resolve it.