How To Fix 5N424 - The Professional Group Code has already been converted

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 424

• Message text: The Professional Group Code has already been converted

What causes this issue?

The Professional Group Code for the infotype record with start date
&V1& and end date &V2& has already been converted from the old coding
that was valid to 31.12.2003 to the new coding that is valid from
01.01.2004.

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?

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 5N424 - The Professional Group Code has already been converted ?

  The SAP error message 5N424, which states "The Professional Group Code has already been converted," typically occurs in the context of personnel administration or payroll processing when there is an attempt to convert a professional group code that has already been processed or converted in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Duplicate Conversion Attempt: The most common cause of this error is that the professional group code you are trying to convert has already been converted in a previous transaction. This can happen if the conversion process is attempted multiple times for the same code.
  Data Integrity Issues: There may be issues with the data integrity in the system, where the status of the professional group code is not correctly updated after a conversion.
  Configuration Issues: Incorrect configuration settings in the system related to professional group codes can also lead to this error.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Conversion Status: Verify if the professional group code has already been converted. You can do this by checking the relevant tables or transaction logs in SAP to see the status of the professional group code.
  Avoid Duplicate Processing: Ensure that you are not attempting to convert the same professional group code multiple times. If the conversion has already been completed, you may need to proceed with other actions instead of re-converting.
  Review Configuration: Check the configuration settings related to professional group codes in the system. Ensure that they are set up correctly and that there are no inconsistencies.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on handling professional group codes and the conversion process.
  Contact Support: If the issue persists and you cannot determine the cause, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with SAP support for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes that deal with professional group codes, such as PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data) or PA40 (Personnel Actions).
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message, as they may provide additional insights or patches that address the issue.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that the user attempting the conversion has the necessary authorizations to perform the action.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and take appropriate action to resolve it.