What tool should be used when funding constraints occur during a sailor's rotation?

When funding constraints impact a sailor's rotation, the appropriate tool to utilize is the involuntary tour extension at the same unit. This approach allows the sailor to remain in their current position despite financial limitations affecting the anticipated transfer or rotation schedule. By extending the tour involuntarily, the service ensures continuity within the unit while addressing budgetary concerns, thus minimizing disruption to operations and personnel management.

This option serves to maintain the necessary manpower in critical positions, uphold unit readiness, and avoid potential gaps that could arise from unforeseen funding issues. It is particularly relevant when operational demands or staffing levels do not permit a sailor to leave their current assignment as originally planned.