How To Fix 3L096 - The flagged subtype is not valid for infotype &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 096

• Message text: The flagged subtype is not valid for infotype &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 3L096 - The flagged subtype is not valid for infotype & ?

  The SAP error message 3L096 ("The flagged subtype is not valid for infotype &") typically occurs in the context of Human Capital Management (HCM) when working with infotypes in the SAP system. This error indicates that the subtype you are trying to use for a specific infotype is not valid or not allowed.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Subtype: The subtype you are trying to use does not exist or is not defined for the specified infotype.
  Configuration Issues: The infotype configuration may not include the subtype you are trying to use. This can happen if the subtype was deleted or not properly configured in the system.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to access certain subtypes.
  Data Entry Errors: There may be a mistake in the data entry, such as a typo or incorrect selection.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Subtype Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for the specific infotype in transaction SPRO.
  Navigate to the relevant section (e.g., Personnel Management > Personnel Administration > Infotypes) and verify that the subtype you are trying to use is defined for the infotype.
  
  
  
  Validate Data Entry:
  
  Ensure that the correct subtype is being selected when entering data. Double-check for any typos or incorrect selections.
  
  
  
  Review Authorizations:
  
  Check if the user has the necessary authorizations to access the specific subtype. This can be done by reviewing the user's roles and authorizations in transaction SU01.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help files for the specific infotype to understand the valid subtypes and their configurations.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  If changes are made to the configuration, test the infotype entry again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue cannot be resolved through the above steps, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Infotypes: Infotypes are data structures in SAP HCM that store employee-related information. Each infotype can have multiple subtypes, which allow for variations in the data stored.
  Subtypes: Subtypes are used to categorize data within an infotype. For example, an infotype for employee addresses might have subtypes for home address, work address, etc.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data) and SPRO (SAP Reference IMG) for configuration.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution.