How To Fix 5Z326 - Object type for person &1 is not defined

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 5Z - IS-HR/PSG Public Sector Payroll - Germany

• Message number: 326

• Message text: Object type for person &1 is not defined

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 5Z326 - Object type for person &1 is not defined ?

  The SAP error message 5Z326, which states "Object type for person &1 is not defined," typically occurs in the context of SAP HR (Human Resources) or SAP SuccessFactors when the system is unable to find a defined object type for a specific person or employee ID. This can happen for various reasons, including configuration issues or missing data.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Configuration: The object type for the person (employee) may not be defined in the system. This could be due to a configuration oversight during system setup.
  Data Inconsistency: The employee record may be incomplete or corrupted, leading to the system being unable to identify the object type.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary permissions to access the object type for the specified person.
  Custom Development: If there are custom developments or enhancements in the system, they may not be correctly handling the object types.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the relevant configuration settings in SAP (transaction codes like SPRO) and ensure that the object type for the person is defined correctly.
  Verify that the employee type is correctly set up in the system.
  
  
  
  Review Employee Data:
  
  Check the employee record for completeness. Ensure that all necessary fields are filled out and that there are no inconsistencies.
  Use transaction codes like PA20 (Display HR Master Data) to review the employee's data.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that the user encountering the error has the necessary authorizations to access the object type for the specified person.
  Review roles and authorizations assigned to the user.
  
  
  
  Debugging Custom Code:
  
  If there are custom programs or enhancements, review the code to ensure that it correctly handles the object types.
  Debug the program to identify where the error is occurring.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to this error message for any specific guidance or patches that may be available.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as PA20, PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data), and SPRO (SAP Reference IMG) for configuration.
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to error message 5Z326 in the SAP Support Portal for any known issues or fixes.
  User Forums: Check SAP Community forums or other user groups for discussions related to this error, as other users may have encountered and resolved similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution.