With unfunded manpower positions on the UMD, what is true?

When discussing unfunded manpower positions on the Unit Manpower Document (UMD), it is essential to understand the implications of such positions. Unfunded positions are those that do not currently have allocated financial resources to support personnel assigned to them. This means that no individual can be assigned to or permanently change station (PCS) to any unfunded position. Assigning personnel to positions without funding would not be viable, as there would be no budget for salaries, benefits, or other necessary support, thereby ensuring that individuals cannot officially occupy those roles.

This understanding highlights why it is significant to manage manpower resources accurately and plan for funding to support desired positions within an organization. Additionally, while unfunded positions can theoretically be prioritized for funding or discussed in future budget considerations, the essence of their current status remains that they cannot accommodate personnel until funding is secured.