How To Fix FTOE_CORE070 - Time pattern assigned to target quota type &1 is not allowed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FTOE_CORE -

• Message number: 070

• Message text: Time pattern assigned to target quota type &1 is not allowed

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FTOE_CORE070 - Time pattern assigned to target quota type &1 is not allowed ?

  The SAP error message FTOE_CORE070 indicates that there is an issue with the time pattern assigned to a target quota type in the SAP system. This error typically arises in the context of time management and quota management, particularly when dealing with employee leave, attendance, or other time-related functionalities.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when the time pattern assigned to a specific target quota type is not valid or not allowed. This can happen due to several reasons:
  
  Incorrect Configuration: The time pattern may not be properly configured in the system.
  Incompatibility: The time pattern may not be compatible with the target quota type.
  Missing Entries: There may be missing entries in the configuration tables that define valid time patterns for quota types.
  Customizations: If there are custom developments or modifications in the system, they might lead to this error if not properly aligned with standard configurations.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for time management in SAP (Transaction code: SPRO).
  Navigate to the relevant section for defining time patterns and quota types.
  Ensure that the time pattern assigned to the target quota type is correctly defined and valid.
  
  
  
  Review Time Patterns:
  
  Check the time patterns defined in the system (Transaction code: PT01 for time types).
  Ensure that the time pattern assigned to the quota type is active and correctly set up.
  
  
  
  Validate Quota Type:
  
  Review the configuration of the target quota type (Transaction code: OOO1).
  Ensure that the quota type is correctly defined and that it allows the assigned time pattern.
  
  
  
  Check for Missing Entries:
  
  Verify if there are any missing entries in the relevant configuration tables that might be causing the issue.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help notes related to time management and quota types for additional guidance.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, test the configuration by trying to create or modify a record that uses the target quota type to ensure that the error no longer occurs.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SPRO (Customizing), PT01 (Maintain Time Types), and OOO1 (Quota Types).
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for specific patches or updates that may address the issue.
  User Roles: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to make changes to the configuration settings.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with an SAP expert or reach out to SAP support for further assistance.