How To Fix FITVPS068 - The special travel expense type for deducting private share is missing

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FITVPS -

• Message number: 068

• Message text: The special travel expense type for deducting private share is missing

Self-Explanatory Message

Since SAP believes that this specific error message is 'self-explanatory,' no more information has been given.The majority of messages in the SAP system have a message text, however this is frequently insufficient to comprehend or resolve the problem.

To make things easier, more detailed information is frequently added to describe the issue, how to fix it, and the necessary steps or configuration modifications.

Unfortunately, there isn't any extra information in this error notice.

What else can you do?

First, use our AnswerBot below to get a possible cause and solution (requires a premium subscription).

Also, review the in-depth Common Questions & Answers listed below; you could discover a solution there or be able to connect with others who have faced similar challenges.

You can also try searching the SAP support portal (support.sap.com) but you need a special user ID to access it. It is possible that an SAP support note exists that provides additional details about the mistake or even steps for fixing it.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FITVPS068 - The special travel expense type for deducting private share is missing ?

  The SAP error message FITVPS068 indicates that there is a missing configuration for a special travel expense type that is required for deducting the private share of travel expenses. This error typically arises in the context of travel expense management within SAP, particularly when dealing with employee reimbursements and travel expense reports.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The specific travel expense type that is needed for deducting the private share has not been defined in the system.
  Incorrect Settings: The settings for travel expense types may not be correctly configured in the system, leading to the inability to process certain expense types.
  Data Entry Error: There may be an error in the data entry of the travel expense report, such as selecting an incorrect expense type.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the SAP configuration settings for travel management (Transaction code: SPRO).
  Navigate to the relevant section for defining travel expense types.
  Ensure that the special travel expense type for deducting the private share is defined and active.
  
  
  
  Define Missing Expense Type:
  
  If the expense type is indeed missing, you will need to create it. This involves specifying the necessary attributes and settings for the expense type.
  Ensure that the expense type is linked to the appropriate deduction rules for private shares.
  
  
  
  Review Travel Expense Report:
  
  Check the travel expense report for any incorrect entries. Ensure that the correct expense types are being used.
  If necessary, correct the entries and resubmit the report.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for detailed steps on configuring travel expense types and handling deductions.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the configuration and entries, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SPRO (Customizing), PR05 (Travel Expenses), and others related to travel management.
  User Roles: Ensure that the user has the appropriate roles and permissions to access and modify travel expense configurations.
  Testing: After making changes, conduct tests to ensure that the error no longer occurs and that the travel expense reports can be processed correctly.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the FITVPS068 error and ensure that the travel expense management process functions smoothly.