How To Fix RE287 - 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: 287

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

What causes this issue?

You have to use the same earmarked funds document category within the
materials management document chain.
Example
You have created a purchase order request that references a funds
reservation. When you create a purchase order, you have to use the same
earmarked funds document category - that is, funds reservation - if you
reference the purchase order request.
If you purchase order has multiple account assignments, all of these
account assignments also need to have the same earmarked funds document
category.

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?

Select the earmarked funds document category that was used in the
original purchasing document.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RE287 - Earmarked funds category that you have chosen is not permitted ?

  The SAP error message RE287, which states "Earmarked funds category that you have chosen is not permitted," typically occurs in the context of SAP's Real Estate Management (RE) or Funds Management (FM) modules. This error indicates that the earmarked funds category selected for a particular transaction or document is not valid or allowed based on the system's configuration.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Earmarked Funds Category: The earmarked funds category you are trying to use may not be defined in the system or may not be allowed for the specific transaction type.
  Configuration Issues: The configuration settings in the Funds Management or Real Estate Management module may not permit the use of the selected earmarked funds category.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to use the earmarked funds category in question.
  Transaction Type Restrictions: Certain transaction types may have restrictions on which earmarked funds categories can be used.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Earmarked Funds Category: Verify that the earmarked funds category you are trying to use is correctly defined in the system. You can do this by navigating to the relevant configuration settings in SAP.
  Review Configuration Settings: Ensure that the configuration for the Funds Management or Real Estate Management module allows the use of the earmarked funds category in question. This may involve checking the settings for the specific transaction type you are working with.
  Consult with SAP Administrator: If you do not have access to the configuration settings, consult with your SAP administrator or the person responsible for SAP configuration in your organization. They can help verify if the earmarked funds category is set up correctly.
  Check User Authorizations: Ensure that your user profile has the necessary authorizations to use the earmarked funds category. If not, request the appropriate access from your system administrator.
  Use a Different Earmarked Funds Category: If the earmarked funds category you are trying to use is not permitted, consider using a different category that is allowed for the transaction you are processing.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes in SAP that pertain to Funds Management and Real Estate Management, such as FMBB (Budgeting) or RECN (Contract Management).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or updates related to this error message. SAP Notes can provide additional insights or patches that may resolve the issue.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to Funds Management and Real Estate Management for more detailed information on earmarked funds categories and their configurations.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to engage SAP support for further assistance.