How To Fix 5N271 - This new infotype record is obsolete, regenerate the previous record

5N271 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 5N - HR NL: Error Messages for Infotype Module Pools (NL)

• Message number: 271

• Message text: This new infotype record is obsolete, regenerate the previous record

What causes this issue?

This new infotype record is obsolete.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Regenerate the previous infotype record.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 5N271 - This new infotype record is obsolete, regenerate the previous record ?

  The SAP error message 5N271 ("This new infotype record is obsolete, regenerate the previous record") typically occurs in the context of personnel administration when dealing with infotypes in the SAP Human Capital Management (HCM) module. This error indicates that the system has detected that the new infotype record you are trying to create or modify is considered obsolete, and it suggests that you should regenerate the previous record instead.
  
  Cause:
  
  Obsolete Infotype Record: The infotype you are trying to create or modify has been marked as obsolete in the system. This can happen if the infotype has been replaced or if there are changes in the configuration that render the new record invalid.
  Data Consistency Issues: There may be inconsistencies in the data that prevent the creation of a new record.
  Configuration Changes: Changes in the configuration of the infotype or related settings may have led to the obsolescence of the new record.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Regenerate Previous