How To Fix WRF_PRC_OTB213 - No suitable budget exists

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 213

• Message text: No suitable budget exists

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WRF_PRC_OTB213 - No suitable budget exists ?

  The SAP error message WRF_PRC_OTB213 ("No suitable budget exists") typically occurs in the context of budget management within the SAP system, particularly when dealing with the allocation of funds for purchasing or procurement processes. This error indicates that the system cannot find an appropriate budget to cover the requested transaction.
  Causes:
  
  Insufficient Budget: The most common cause is that the budget for the relevant cost center, internal order, or project has been exhausted or is not sufficient to cover the requested amount.
  Budget Availability Control: The budget availability control settings may not be configured correctly, leading to the system not recognizing available funds.
  Incorrect Budgeting Period: The budget may not be available for the current period, either because it is not yet released or has expired.
  Master Data Issues: There may be issues with the master data related to the cost center, internal order, or project that prevent the system from recognizing the budget.
  Configuration Issues: There could be configuration issues in the controlling (CO) module that affect how budgets are managed and tracked.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Budget Availability: Review the budget for the relevant cost center, internal order, or project to ensure that there are sufficient funds available. You can do this using transaction codes like S_ALR_87013558 (Budget Overview) or S_ALR_87013542 (Budget/Actual/Commitment).
  Adjust Budget: If the budget is insufficient, consider adjusting the budget by increasing the allocation or transferring funds from another budget line.
  Review Budget Control Settings: Check the budget availability control settings in the configuration to ensure they are set up correctly. This can be done in the SPRO configuration under Controlling > Budgeting > Budgeting Control.
  Check Period Settings: Ensure that the budget is valid for the current period. If the budget is not released for the current period, you may need to release it or adjust the period settings.
  Verify Master Data: Ensure that the master data for the cost center, internal order, or project is correctly set up and active.
  Consult with Finance Team: If you are unsure about the budget or configuration settings, consult with your finance or controlling team for assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as KP06 (Change Plan Data), KSB1 (Actual Line Items), and S_ALR_87013558 for budget reporting.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to budget management and the specific error message.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation on budget management and availability control for a deeper understanding of how budgets are managed within the system.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.