How To Fix HRFPM_FTE306 - Budget structure element type &1 is obsolete; assignment not possible

HRFPM_FTE306 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRFPM_FTE - New Position Management

• Message number: 306

• Message text: Budget structure element type &1 is obsolete; assignment not possible

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HRFPM_FTE306 - Details

• The SAP error message HRFPM_FTE306 indicates that a budget structure element type is considered obsolete, which means that the system cannot process assignments related to that element. This error typically occurs in the context of SAP's Human Resources (HR) and Financial Planning and Management (FPM) modules, particularly when dealing with budget planning and management.
  
  Cause:
  
  Obsolete Budget Structure Element: The budget structure element type specified in the error message has been marked as obsolete in the system. This could happen due to changes in the budget structure configuration or updates in the system.
  Configuration Changes: Changes made to the budget structure configuration, such as deactivating or deleting certain elements, can lead to this error.
  Data Migration Issues: If data has been migrated from an older version of the system or from another system, it may reference obsolete elements.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration: Review the configuration of the budget structure in the SAP system. Ensure that the budget