How To Fix H1168 - Choose financing using either a monetary budget or an FTE budget

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: H1 - Messages Used in HR Funds and Position Management

• Message number: 168

• Message text: Choose financing using either a monetary budget or an FTE budget

What causes this issue?

You can use either a monetary budget or an FTE budget for financing an
object. You cannot specify both at the same time.

System Response

Unable to save settings.

How to fix this error?

Select only one of the above-mentioned options.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message H1168 - Choose financing using either a monetary budget or an FTE budget ?

  The SAP error message H1168, which states "Choose financing using either a monetary budget or an FTE budget," typically occurs in the context of budget management within SAP, particularly when dealing with project or cost center budgeting. This error indicates that the system requires you to select a specific type of budget for financing, either a monetary budget (which is based on currency) or an FTE (Full-Time Equivalent) budget (which is based on staffing levels).
  Cause:
  
  Budget Type Selection: The error arises when the user attempts to process a transaction that requires a budget but has not specified whether they are using a monetary budget or an FTE budget.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the SAP system that are not properly set up to allow for the selection of one of the budget types.
  Data Entry Errors: Users may inadvertently skip the step of selecting the budget type or may not have the necessary permissions to access the budget types.
  
  Solution:
  
  Select Budget Type: When prompted by the error message, ensure that you explicitly choose either a monetary budget or an FTE budget in the relevant field of the transaction you are processing.
  Check Configuration: If you are an administrator or have access to configuration settings, verify that the budget types are correctly configured in the system. This may involve checking the settings in the controlling (CO) module or project system (PS) module.
  User Training: Ensure that users are trained on how to select the appropriate budget type when entering data into the system.
  Review Authorizations: Check if the user has the necessary authorizations to access and select budget types. If not, appropriate permissions should be granted.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for detailed information on budget management and the specific transaction codes you are using.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed, and solutions shared.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a technical consultant who can provide more in-depth assistance based on your specific SAP environment and configuration.