How To Fix FTE_BSM001 - This position is already assigned; Select another position

FTE_BSM001 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FTE_BSM - FTE_BSM: Bank Statement Monitor

• Message number: 001

• Message text: This position is already assigned; Select another position

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FTE_BSM001 - This position is already assigned; Select another position ?

  The SAP error message FTE_BSM001 ("This position is already assigned; Select another position") typically occurs in the context of personnel administration or organizational management when you are trying to assign a position to an employee or a job, but the position is already occupied or assigned to another employee.
  
  Cause:
  
  Position Already Assigned: The most common cause is that the position you are trying to assign is already occupied by another employee.
  Data Entry Error: There may be a mistake in the data entry, such as trying to assign the same position to multiple employees simultaneously.
  System Configuration: There could be configuration settings in the SAP system that restrict the assignment of positions.
  Pending Changes: There may be pending changes in the system that have not yet been processed, leading to a temporary lock on the position.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Current Assignments: Verify which employee is currently assigned to the position. You can do this by navigating to