How To Fix H1601 - This type of generic entry is not allowed

H1601 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: H1 - Messages Used in HR Funds and Position Management

• Message number: 601

• Message text: This type of generic entry is not allowed

What causes this issue?

You are working in the default value table 'T7PMG' of HR Funds and
Position Management, and have tried to generate entries so that the
values for all pay scale types, pay scale areas, CAP groupings, or pay
scale groups are the same. This is only possible to a limited degree.
The combination of generic field entries that you have specified cannot
be processed.

System Response

Entries rejected. No further processing possible.

How to fix this error?

Delete your input. When you enter data in future, make sure that you
only make generic entries in ascending order for the pay scale group,
CAP grouping, pay scale area and pay scale type. In other words, you
can only specify a generic entry for the pay scale area if the CAP
grouping and pay scale group are also generic.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message H1601 - This type of generic entry is not allowed ?

  The SAP error message H1601, which states "This type of generic entry is not allowed," typically occurs in the context of data entry or processing within SAP, particularly when dealing with generic entries in certain fields or tables. This error can arise in various modules, including but not limited to finance, logistics, or master data management.
  Causes:
  
  
  Incorrect Data Entry: The error often occurs when a user attempts to enter a generic or non-specific value in a field that requires a specific entry. For example, entering a wildcard or a non-standard code in a field that expects a specific identifier.
  
  
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the SAP system that restrict the use of generic entries for certain fields or transactions.
  
  
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to perform actions that involve generic entries.
  
  
  Data Integrity Rules: The system may have built-in data integrity rules that prevent the