How To Fix 5A067 - Specify another position

5A067 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 5A - Basis Personnel Management

• Message number: 067

• Message text: Specify another position

What causes this issue?

You have already entered this position. The employee may not occupy the
position more than once.

How to fix this error?

Specify another position or choose <LS>Cancel</> to exit.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 5A067 - Specify another position ?

  The SAP error message 5A067 ("Specify another position") typically occurs in the context of HR (Human Resources) or Personnel Administration when a user is trying to assign a position to an employee or when creating a new position. This error indicates that the system requires a valid position to be specified, and the one currently selected is either invalid or not available for the action being performed.
  Causes:
  
  Invalid Position: The position you are trying to assign may not exist in the system or may have been deleted.
  Position Not Active: The position might be inactive or not available for assignment due to organizational changes.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or assign the specified position.
  Incorrect Organizational Structure: The organizational structure may not be set up correctly, leading to the position being unavailable.
  Data Entry Errors: There may be a typographical error in the position number or description.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Position