How To Fix FMCU103 - Symbol * cannot be used for budget category &1

FMCU103 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FMCU - Customizing for budgeting in FM

• Message number: 103

• Message text: Symbol * cannot be used for budget category &1

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FMCU103 - Details

• The SAP error message FMCU103, which states "Symbol * cannot be used for budget category &1," typically occurs in the context of budget management within SAP's Controlling (CO) module, particularly when dealing with budget categories in the Funds Management (FM) or Controlling (CO) areas.
  
  Cause:
  The error arises when there is an attempt to use the wildcard symbol () in a context where it is not allowed. In SAP, the asterisk () is often used as a wildcard character in various scenarios, but in the case of budget categories, it may not be permissible due to the specific configuration or rules set up in the system. The error message indicates that the system does not recognize the use of the wildcard for the specified budget category.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, consider the following steps:
  
  
  Check Configuration: Review the configuration settings for budget categories in the Funds Management or Controlling module. Ensure that the budget