How To Fix TU086 - In 'Allowable date' please enter each budget billing cycle once only

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: TU - Billing/Scheduling/Budget Billing

• Message number: 086

• Message text: In 'Allowable date' please enter each budget billing cycle once only

What causes this issue?

When you entered the combination of budget billing cycle and number of
budget billing plan items, the system established that two cycles are
exactly the same.

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?

INCLUDE ISU_KORR OBJECT DOKU ID TX

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message TU086 - In 'Allowable date' please enter each budget billing cycle once only ?

  The SAP error message TU086, which states "In 'Allowable date' please enter each budget billing cycle once only," typically occurs in the context of budget billing cycles in SAP's billing or financial modules. This error indicates that there is a duplication in the entries for the budget billing cycles, which is not allowed.
  Cause:
  
  Duplicate Entries: The most common cause of this error is that the same budget billing cycle has been entered multiple times in the system. Each cycle should only be entered once.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be a configuration issue in the budget billing settings that allows for duplicate entries.
  Data Entry Error: During data entry, the user may have inadvertently entered the same cycle more than once.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check for Duplicates: Review the entries in the budget billing cycle configuration. Look for any duplicate entries and remove them. Ensure that each cycle is listed only once.
  Correct Data Entry: If the error occurred during data entry, correct the entries by removing duplicates and ensuring that each budget billing cycle is unique.
  Configuration Review: If you suspect a configuration issue, consult with your SAP administrator or a functional consultant to review the settings related to budget billing cycles.
  Testing: After making the necessary corrections, test the changes by attempting to save or process the budget billing cycle again to ensure that the error no longer appears.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for detailed information on budget billing cycles and how to configure them properly.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes that may help in managing budget billing cycles, such as FSE1 (for budget billing) or FSE2 (for budget billing cycle maintenance).
  User Forums: Check SAP community forums or user groups for similar issues and solutions shared by other users who may have encountered the same error.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to reach out to SAP support for further assistance.