How To Fix 5G482 - HESA: Infotype 0615 field EXTND is defaulted as 'X'

5G482 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 482

• Message text: HESA: Infotype 0615 field EXTND is defaulted as 'X'

Self-Explanatory Message

Since SAP believes that this specific error message is 'self-explanatory,' no more information has been given.The majority of messages in the SAP system have a message text, however this is frequently insufficient to comprehend or resolve the problem.

To make things easier, more detailed information is frequently added to describe the issue, how to fix it, and the necessary steps or configuration modifications.

Unfortunately, there isn't any extra information in this error notice.

What else can you do?

First, use our AnswerBot below to get a possible cause and solution (requires a premium subscription).

Also, review the in-depth Common Questions & Answers listed below; you could discover a solution there or be able to connect with others who have faced similar challenges.

You can also try searching the SAP support portal (support.sap.com) but you need a special user ID to access it. It is possible that an SAP support note exists that provides additional details about the mistake or even steps for fixing it.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 5G482 - HESA: Infotype 0615 field EXTND is defaulted as 'X' ?

  The SAP error message 5G482 (HESA: Infotype 0615 field EXTND is defaulted as 'X') typically occurs in the context of the Human Capital Management (HCM) module, specifically when dealing with infotype 0615, which is related to the "HESA" (Higher Education Statistics Agency) reporting in the UK.
  
  Cause:
  The error message indicates that the field EXTND (Extended) in infotype 0615 is being defaulted to 'X', which means that the system is treating the record as extended. This can happen due to various reasons, such as:
  
  
  Configuration Issues: The system configuration for infotype 0615 may not be set up correctly, leading to default values being applied incorrectly.
  Data Entry Errors: Incorrect or incomplete data entry when creating or modifying records in infotype 0615.
  Custom Enhancements: Any custom code or enhancements that manipulate the behavior of infotype 0615 could lead to this error.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Configuration: Review the configuration settings for