You can make representation to country head that since you are in grade 10 A your reporting manager should be of higher grade
2) the reporting manager cannot be of the sane grade
3) further as grade 10 A officer you are entitled to incur expenses as per your designation
4) the letter from HR calling upon you to charge expenses at Lowe grade is unjust and unfair
5) request the management to reconsider the decision taken regarding reporting and expenses
6) also mention that in your appraisal your performance has been found to be excellent
7) if no reply received send reminder
8) based on response received to your representation we can advise you as to your future course of action