How To Fix 5G479 - HESA: Infotype 0614 field LOCLEAVE is defaulted as 'X'

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 5G - HR: Messages for Britain

• Message number: 479

• Message text: HESA: Infotype 0614 field LOCLEAVE is defaulted as 'X'

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 5G479 - HESA: Infotype 0614 field LOCLEAVE is defaulted as 'X' ?

  The SAP error message 5G479, specifically related to the HESA (Higher Education Statistics Agency) reporting, indicates that the infotype 0614 (which is related to employee leave) has a field called LOCLEAVE that is defaulted as 'X'. This typically means that the system is trying to process a record where the leave location is not properly defined or is set to a default value that may not be appropriate for the current context.
  Cause:
  
  Default Value Issue: The LOCLEAVE field is being defaulted to 'X', which may not be valid for the specific employee or leave type being processed.
  Configuration Error: There may be a configuration issue in the system where the default settings for the LOCLEAVE field are not correctly set up.
  Missing Data: The employee record may be missing necessary data that should define the leave location.
  Data Entry Error: There could be an error in data entry where the leave location was not specified correctly.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Employee Data: Review the employee's data in infotype 0614 to ensure that all required fields, including LOCLEAVE, are filled out correctly.
  Configuration Review: Consult with your SAP HR configuration team to review the settings for infotype 0614 and ensure that the default values for LOCLEAVE are appropriate.
  Update Records: If the LOCLEAVE field is incorrectly set, update it to the correct value based on the employee's leave location.
  Testing: After making changes, test the process again to ensure that the error does not reoccur.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to HESA reporting and infotype 0614 for any specific guidelines or updates.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Infotype 0614: This infotype is used to manage leave data for employees, including the type of leave and the location associated with it.
  HESA Reporting: This is a specific reporting requirement for higher education institutions in the UK, and it may have specific data requirements that need to be adhered to.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance on handling LOCLEAVE in infotype 0614.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to engage with SAP support or a consultant who specializes in SAP HR modules for further assistance.