How To Fix HRFPM_FTE796 - Quantity exceeds available quantity of &1 &2 in position &3

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRFPM_FTE - New Position Management

• Message number: 796

• Message text: Quantity exceeds available quantity of &1 &2 in position &3

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRFPM_FTE796 - Quantity exceeds available quantity of &1 &2 in position &3 ?

  The SAP error message HRFPM_FTE796 indicates that there is an issue with the quantity of a resource (such as a position or employee) that exceeds the available quantity in a specific position. This error typically occurs in the context of Human Capital Management (HCM) or Personnel Management when trying to assign or allocate resources to a position that does not have enough capacity.
  
  Cause:
  
  Insufficient Quantity: The primary cause of this error is that the quantity you are trying to assign (e.g., Full-Time Equivalents (FTEs), headcount) exceeds the available quantity defined for the position.
  Position Configuration: The position may have a defined limit on the number of resources (employees) that can be assigned to it, and the current assignment exceeds this limit.
  Data Entry Error: There may be a mistake in the data entry where the quantity specified is incorrect or higher than intended.
  Changes in Organizational Structure: Changes in the organizational structure or position