How To Fix 3L086 - Collision with infotype & subtype & & &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 3L - HR: Messages for Mexico

• Message number: 086

• Message text: Collision with infotype & subtype & & &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 3L086 - Collision with infotype & subtype & & & ?

  The SAP error message 3L086 indicates a collision with an infotype and subtype in the context of personnel administration. This error typically arises when there is an attempt to create or modify a record in a way that conflicts with existing records in the system.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when:
  
  There is an attempt to create or change an infotype record that overlaps with an existing record for the same employee, infotype, and subtype.
  The date ranges of the records conflict, meaning that the new record's validity period overlaps with that of an existing record.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Existing Records: 
  
  Use transaction codes like PA20 (Display HR Master Data) or PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data) to review the existing infotype records for the employee in question.
  Look specifically for the infotype and subtype mentioned in the error message.
  
  
  
  Adjust Date Ranges:
  
  If you find overlapping records, you may need to adjust the validity dates of the existing records or the new record you are trying to create.
  Ensure that the new record's date range does not overlap with any existing records.
  
  
  
  Delete or Archive Records:
  
  If the existing record is no longer needed, consider deleting or archiving it, provided that this action complies with your organization's data retention policies.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or your organization's guidelines regarding the specific infotype and subtype to understand any constraints or rules that may apply.
  
  
  
  Seek Help from HR or SAP Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your HR department or SAP support team for assistance. They may have additional insights or tools to help you troubleshoot the problem.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Infotypes: In SAP HR, infotypes are data structures used to store employee-related information. Each infotype can have multiple subtypes, which allow for variations in the data stored.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes for managing HR data, such as PA20, PA30, PA40 (for actions), and others.
  Data Consistency: Maintaining data consistency is crucial in HR systems, as overlapping records can lead to incorrect reporting and compliance issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.