How To Fix 7F056 - Administrative position &1 &2 cannot be secondary

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 7F -

• Message number: 056

• Message text: Administrative position &1 &2 cannot be secondary

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 7F056 - Administrative position &1 &2 cannot be secondary ?

  The SAP error message "7F056 Administrative position &1 &2 cannot be secondary" typically occurs in the context of organizational management or personnel administration within the SAP system. This error indicates that there is an issue with the assignment of an administrative position in the organizational structure, specifically that the position you are trying to assign as a secondary position is not allowed to be secondary.
  Cause:
  
  Position Type Restrictions: The administrative position you are trying to assign may be defined in the system as a primary position only. Some positions are configured to be primary and cannot be assigned as secondary positions.
  Organizational Structure Configuration: The organizational structure may have specific rules or configurations that prevent certain positions from being assigned as secondary.
  Data Entry Error: There may be a mistake in the data entry, such as selecting the wrong position or not following the correct procedure for assigning positions.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Position Configuration: Review the configuration of the administrative position in the SAP system. Ensure that the position is allowed to be assigned as a secondary position. This may require consulting with your SAP HR or organizational management team.
  Use Primary Position: If the position cannot be assigned as secondary, consider using it as a primary position instead, if that aligns with your organizational needs.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for guidance on how to manage positions within your specific version of SAP.
  Contact SAP Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal IT support team for assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use specific transaction codes related to organizational management (e.g., PPOME, PPOSE) to view or modify positions.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to organizational structures and positions.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional context.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and take appropriate action to resolve it.