How To Fix 32157 - In infotype 484, & is expected in field 'Type of Accident Insurance'

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 32 - HR: Public Sector Austria

• Message number: 157

• Message text: In infotype 484, & is expected in field 'Type of Accident Insurance'

What causes this issue?

The data provided by the data medium and the data saved in infotype 484
does not match.

System Response

The system issues a warning.

How to fix this error?

Check infotype 484 for the personnel number & that caused the error
message and if necessary correct the entry for the "Type of Accident
Insurance".

Procedure for System Administrators

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 32157 - In infotype 484, & is expected in field 'Type of Accident Insurance' ?

  The SAP error message 32157 related to infotype 484 (Accident Insurance) indicates that there is a missing or incorrect entry in the field 'Type of Accident Insurance'. This error typically arises when the system expects a specific value in that field, but it is either not provided or is invalid.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Data: The field 'Type of Accident Insurance' is required but has not been filled in.
  Invalid Value: The value entered in the field does not match the expected values defined in the system (e.g., it may not correspond to a valid type of accident insurance).
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the infotype or the related tables that define valid entries for the 'Type of Accident Insurance'.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Data Entry: Ensure that the 'Type of Accident Insurance' field is filled in correctly. If it is blank, provide the appropriate value.
  Validate Input Values: Verify that the value entered corresponds to one of the valid options defined in the system. You can check the configuration settings or the relevant tables (e.g., T5D1A) to see what values are acceptable.
  Configuration Review: If you have access to the configuration settings, review the settings for infotype 484 to ensure that the 'Type of Accident Insurance' field is correctly configured and that the valid values are properly defined.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for infotype 484 to understand the expected values and their meanings.
  User Authorization: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorization to make changes to infotype 484.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Infotype 484: This infotype is used to manage accident insurance data for employees in SAP HR.
  Field Definitions: Understanding the definitions and requirements for each field in infotype 484 can help in troubleshooting similar issues.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address known issues or provide additional guidance on this error message.
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data) to access and edit infotype records.
  
  If the issue persists after checking these aspects, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in SAP HR modules.