How To Fix FMBAPI022 - Update mode &1 is not valid

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FMBAPI - BAPI for Budgeting

• Message number: 022

• Message text: Update mode &1 is not valid

What causes this issue?

Update mode &1 is invalid.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Specify the update mode as follows:
Reset and overwrite: the input values will be used to initialize the
budget. You need to specify exactly what is to be reset.
Add data : Input values will be added to the budget.
Add new data only: input values will be added to the budget if budget
does not already exist.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FMBAPI022 - Update mode &1 is not valid ?

  The SAP error message FMBAPI022 indicates that there is an issue with the update mode specified in a function module or API call related to the Financial Management (FM) module. The message states that the update mode provided is not valid, which can occur for several reasons.
  Causes:
  
  Invalid Update Mode: The update mode specified in the API call does not match the expected values. Common update modes include 'A' for asynchronous updates, 'S' for synchronous updates, etc.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the system that do not support the specified update mode.
  Custom Code: If there is custom code or enhancements that interact with the FM module, they may be passing an incorrect update mode.
  Version Mismatch: The version of the API or function module being used may not support the update mode specified.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Update Mode: Review the code or configuration where the update mode is being set. Ensure that it is using a valid value as per the documentation for the function module or API.
  Refer to Documentation: Consult the SAP documentation for the specific function module or API to understand the valid update modes and their meanings.
  Debugging: If you have access to the system, use debugging tools to trace the execution and see where the invalid update mode is being set.
  Review Custom Code: If there are custom developments, review them to ensure they are correctly implementing the expected logic and values.
  Consult SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant notes or patches that may address this issue.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Function Module Documentation: Look for the specific function module or API documentation in the SAP Help Portal to understand the expected parameters and their valid values.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they found.
  SAP Support: If the issue persists and you have a support contract, consider reaching out to SAP Support for assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.