How To Fix HCNUSAC_MSG826 - Subtype is not permitted for grouping type &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HCNUSAC_MSG - Message Class for SASAC Report Management Tool

• Message number: 826

• Message text: Subtype is not permitted for grouping type &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HCNUSAC_MSG826 - Subtype is not permitted for grouping type &1 ?

  The SAP error message HCNUSAC_MSG826 with the description "Subtype is not permitted for grouping type &1" typically occurs in the context of Human Capital Management (HCM) or related modules when there is an inconsistency between the subtype of an infotype and the grouping type defined in the system.
  Cause:
  This error usually arises due to one of the following reasons:
  
  
  Incorrect Configuration: The subtype you are trying to use is not allowed for the specified grouping type. This can happen if the configuration settings in the system do not permit the combination of the selected subtype and grouping type.
  
  
  Data Entry Error: There may be a mistake in the data entry where an invalid subtype is being selected for a specific grouping type.
  
  
  Missing Customization: If the system has been customized, it is possible that the necessary settings for the subtype and grouping type have not been properly defined.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for the relevant infotype and check the allowed subtypes for the specified grouping type.
  Use transaction code SPRO to access the configuration menu and navigate to the relevant section for infotype configuration.
  
  
  
  Review Subtype and Grouping Type:
  
  Verify that the subtype you are trying to use is indeed valid for the grouping type in question. You may need to consult the documentation or configuration guides for your specific SAP version.
  
  
  
  Adjust Data Entry:
  
  If the error is due to incorrect data entry, ensure that the correct subtype is selected that matches the grouping type.
  
  
  
  Consult with SAP Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue through configuration or data entry adjustments, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP team for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making any changes, perform tests to ensure that the error no longer occurs and that the system behaves as expected.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Infotypes: In SAP HCM, infotypes are used to store employee data. Each infotype can have multiple subtypes, and each subtype can be associated with different grouping types.
  Grouping Types: These are used to categorize data in a way that allows for specific processing rules or behaviors in the system.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data) and SPRO (Customizing) for troubleshooting and configuration.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.