How To Fix WRF_PRC_OTB005 - Budget type or related reference date not filled

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WRF_PRC_OTB - Purchasing, Open-To-Buy, Seasonal Procurement Messages

• Message number: 005

• Message text: Budget type or related reference date not filled

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WRF_PRC_OTB005 - Budget type or related reference date not filled ?

  The SAP error message WRF_PRC_OTB005 typically indicates an issue related to budget types or reference dates in the context of the SAP system, particularly in the area of retail or logistics. This error often arises when trying to process a transaction that requires a budget type or a reference date that has not been properly defined or filled in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Budget Type: The budget type required for the transaction is not specified or is missing in the relevant configuration or master data.
  Missing Reference Date: The reference date that is needed for the budget check is not provided or is incorrectly set.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues in the configuration settings related to budgeting in the SAP system.
  Master Data Issues: The master data for the relevant materials, plants, or other entities may not have the necessary budget information filled in.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Budget Type:
  
  Ensure that the budget type is correctly defined in the relevant configuration settings. You can check this in the customizing settings under SPRO (SAP Project Reference Object).
  Navigate to Logistics > Retail > Merchandise Management > Budgeting > Define Budget Types and verify that the budget type is set up correctly.
  
  
  
  Fill in Reference Date:
  
  When processing the transaction, ensure that the reference date is filled in. This may involve checking the transaction screen or the relevant document to ensure that all required fields are populated.
  
  
  
  Review Master Data:
  
  Check the master data for the relevant materials or entities to ensure that the budget type and reference date are correctly maintained. This can be done through transaction codes like MM03 (Display Material) or MM02 (Change Material).
  
  
  
  Configuration Review:
  
  If the issue persists, review the configuration settings related to budgeting and ensure that all necessary settings are correctly defined. This may involve consulting with your SAP configuration team or reviewing documentation.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message. There may be patches or updates that resolve known issues.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, perform a test transaction to ensure that the error no longer occurs.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as ME21N (Create Purchase Order), ME22N (Change Purchase Order), or others where this error might occur.
  SAP Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to budgeting and financial management in SAP Retail or Logistics.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access and modify budget-related data.
  
  If the problem continues after following these steps, it may be beneficial to engage with your SAP support team or consult with an SAP expert for further assistance.