How To Fix 5U057 - This infotype can only be maintained using Infotype & : &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 5U - HR US: Messages

• Message number: 057

• Message text: This infotype can only be maintained using Infotype & : &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 5U057 - This infotype can only be maintained using Infotype & : & ?

  The SAP error message 5U057 indicates that the infotype you are trying to maintain can only be accessed or modified through a specific infotype. This is a common scenario in SAP HR (Human Resources) where certain infotypes are linked or dependent on others for data integrity and consistency.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when you attempt to maintain an infotype directly that is designed to be maintained through another infotype. This is often due to the configuration of the system, where certain infotypes are set up to ensure that data is entered in a specific sequence or through a specific interface.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to identify the infotype that is specified in the error message. The message will typically indicate which infotype you should use to maintain the data. Here are the steps you can take:
  
  
  Identify the Required Infotype: Look at the error message closely; it will specify the infotype that you need to use. For example, if the message states "This infotype can only be maintained using Infotype 0001: Organizational Assignment," you need to go to infotype 0001 to make your changes.
  
  
  Access the Correct Infotype: Use transaction code PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data) or the relevant transaction for the infotype indicated in the error message. Enter the personnel number and select the correct infotype to make the necessary changes.
  
  
  Make Changes: Once you are in the correct infotype, you can make the required changes or enter the necessary data.
  
  
  Save Changes: After making the changes, ensure you save the data to update the HR master record.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Infotypes: In SAP HR, infotypes are data structures used to store specific types of information about employees. Each infotype has a unique number and is used for different HR-related data (e.g., personal data, organizational assignment, payroll data).
  
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with common transaction codes related to HR data maintenance, such as:
  
  PA30: Maintain HR Master Data
  PA20: Display HR Master Data
  PA40: Personnel Actions
  
  
  
  Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to access and maintain the infotypes. If you do not have the required permissions, you may need to contact your SAP security team.
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation or your organization's SAP training materials for more detailed information on infotypes and their relationships.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and maintain the necessary HR data in SAP.