How To Fix 5A583 - Move subordinate positions

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 5A - Basis Personnel Management

• Message number: 583

• Message text: Move subordinate positions

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 5A583 - Move subordinate positions ?

  The SAP error message 5A583, "Move subordinate positions," typically occurs in the context of organizational management or personnel administration when there is an attempt to move or reorganize positions within the organizational structure. This error can arise due to various reasons, such as incorrect configuration, missing authorizations, or issues with the organizational hierarchy.
  Causes:
  
  Incorrect Organizational Structure: The positions you are trying to move may not be correctly defined in the organizational structure.
  Missing Authorizations: The user may not have the necessary permissions to perform the move operation.
  Hierarchy Issues: The move may violate the existing hierarchy rules or constraints set in the system.
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies in the data related to the positions or organizational units.
  Locked Positions: The positions you are trying to move might be locked or in use by another process.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Organizational Structure: Verify that the positions and organizational units are correctly defined and that the hierarchy is valid.
  Review Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to perform the move operation. This can be checked in the user roles and profiles.
  Validate Hierarchy Rules: Make sure that the move does not violate any hierarchy rules or constraints. Consult with your organizational management team if needed.
  Data Consistency Check: Run consistency checks on the organizational data to identify and resolve any inconsistencies.
  Unlock Positions: If the positions are locked, determine the reason for the lock and resolve it before attempting the move again.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance related to the error message and the context in which it occurs.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as PPOME (Change Organizational Structure) or PPOSE (Display Organizational Structure) to manage organizational units and positions.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP support team for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.