How To Fix 5P252 - &: Assignment to feature & is not allowed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 5P - Error Messages for Schema, Pers.Calc.Rule and Feature Checks

• Message number: 252

• Message text: &: Assignment to feature & is not allowed

What causes this issue?

Case 1:
You are in a main feature and are using a feature operation which
is not permissible for main features.
Case 2:
You are in a subfeature and are attempting to assign it a value. Only
main features may be assigned values.

How to fix this error?

Case 1:
Check the syntax of the feature operation.
Case 2:
Change the feature operation.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 5P252 - &: Assignment to feature & is not allowed ?

  The SAP error message 5P252, which states "Assignment to feature & is not allowed," typically occurs in the context of SAP's Personnel Administration or Organizational Management modules. This error indicates that there is an issue with the assignment of a feature in the system, which is often related to configuration settings or data inconsistencies.
  Cause:
  
  Feature Configuration: The feature you are trying to assign may not be configured correctly or may not be allowed for the specific context you are working in.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to make changes to the feature.
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies in the data that prevent the assignment from being processed.
  Incorrect Feature Usage: The feature may be used in a way that is not supported by the system, such as trying to assign it to an infotype or object type that does not allow it.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Feature Configuration: Review the configuration of the feature in transaction code PE03 (Feature Maintenance). Ensure that the feature is set up correctly and is applicable to the context you are working in.
  Review Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to make changes to the feature. This can be checked in transaction SU53 or by consulting with your security team.
  Data Validation: Validate the data being used for the assignment. Check for any inconsistencies or errors in the infotypes or objects involved.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific details about the feature and its allowed assignments.
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance, especially if it appears to be a system bug or a more complex configuration issue.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  PE03: Feature Maintenance
  SU53: Authorization Check
  
  
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Community Forums: Check SAP Community forums or other user groups for similar issues and solutions shared by other users.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.