How To Fix 5C538 - You must enter only one employee attribute for class &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 5C - HR: Messages for Switzerland

• Message number: 538

• Message text: You must enter only one employee attribute for class &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 5C538 - You must enter only one employee attribute for class &1 ?

  The SAP error message 5C538, "You must enter only one employee attribute for class &1," typically occurs in the context of employee master data management, particularly when dealing with employee attributes in classification systems.
  Cause:
  This error arises when you attempt to assign multiple employee attributes to a single classification (class) for an employee. In SAP, each classification can only have one attribute assigned to it at a time. If you try to enter more than one attribute for the same class, the system will trigger this error message.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you should:
  
  
  Review the Employee Attributes: Check the employee attributes you are trying to assign to the employee. Ensure that you are only entering one attribute for the specified class.
  
  
  Modify the Entry: If you have mistakenly entered multiple attributes, remove the additional attributes so that only one remains for the class in question.
  
  
  Check Configuration: If you believe that the system should allow multiple attributes for a class, you may need to review the configuration settings in the classification system. This may involve consulting with your SAP administrator or a functional consultant to ensure that the classification settings align with your business requirements.
  
  
  Testing: After making the necessary changes, try to save the employee data again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may encounter this error while using transaction codes related to employee master data, such as PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data) or PA40 (Personnel Actions).
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for more details on employee attributes and classifications.
  Support: If the issue continues after following the above steps, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal IT support team for further assistance.
  
  By ensuring that only one employee attribute is assigned per class, you should be able to resolve the error and proceed with your data entry.