How To Fix WRF_BUDGET070 - Available budget &1 negative: &2 &3

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WRF_BUDGET -

• Message number: 070

• Message text: Available budget &1 negative: &2 &3

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WRF_BUDGET070 - Available budget &1 negative: &2 &3 ?

  Certainly! Here's a detailed explanation for the SAP error message:
  
  SAP Error Message:
  WRF_BUDGET070 Available budget &1 negative: &2 &3
  
  Meaning / Cause:
  This error occurs when a budget check in SAP finds that the available budget for a particular cost element, fund, or commitment item has become negative after a transaction is posted or attempted. Essentially, the system is indicating that the budget has been exceeded or overrun.
  
  &1: The budget type or category (e.g., Fund, Commitment Item)
  &2: The specific budget or fund identifier
  &3: The amount by which the budget is negative or exceeded
  
  This message is typically triggered during budget availability control checks in modules like Funds Management (FM) or Grants Management (GM).
  
  Common Causes:
  
  Posting a document that exceeds the available budget.
  Budget not updated or released properly before posting.
  Incorrect budget master data or budget versions.
  Budget control settings are strict and do not allow overruns.
  Timing differences between budget release and actual postings.
  
  
  Solution / How to Resolve:
  
  
  Check Budget Availability:
  
  Use transaction codes like FMAVCR01 (Budget Availability Control Report) or FMAVCR02 to check the current budget status.
  Verify the available budget for the relevant fund, commitment item, or cost element.
  
  
  
  Adjust Budget:
  
  If the budget is insufficient, request a budget increase or release additional budget via the appropriate budget adjustment process.
  Use transaction FMBB (Budgeting) or FMBS (Budget Release) to adjust or release budget.
  
  
  
  Review Posting Document:
  
  Check the document that triggered the error to ensure the amounts and account assignments are correct.
  Correct any errors in the document or split the posting to fit within available budget limits.
  
  
  
  Check Budget Control Settings:
  
  Review the budget control indicator in the FM area or commitment item master data.
  If appropriate, adjust the tolerance limits or control parameters to allow postings within acceptable limits.
  
  
  
  Consult Budget Owner or Controller:
  
  Coordinate with the budget owner or controlling department to understand budget constraints and possible adjustments.
  
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Module: Funds Management (FM), Grants Management (GM)
  Transaction Codes:
  
  FMAVCR01 - Budget Availability Control Report
  FMAVCR02 - Budget Availability Control by Commitment Item
  FMBB - Budgeting
  FMBS - Budget Release
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to budget control errors or FM budget availability issues.
  Configuration: Budget control settings are maintained in IMG under Financial Management ? Funds Management ? Budgeting ? Budget Availability Control.
  
  
  If you provide the exact transaction or scenario where this error occurs, I can help with more specific guidance.