How To Fix HCNUSAC_MSG_NEW825 - Infotype is not permitted for grouping type &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 825

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

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HCNUSAC_MSG_NEW825 - Infotype is not permitted for grouping type &1 ?

  The SAP error message HCNUSAC_MSG_NEW825 indicates that a specific infotype is not permitted for the grouping type specified in the error message. This typically occurs in the context of Human Capital Management (HCM) or Employee Central, where infotypes are used to manage employee data.
  Cause:
  The error is usually caused by one of the following reasons:
  
  Incorrect Configuration: The infotype you are trying to use is not configured to be associated with the specified grouping type. Grouping types are used to categorize data in a way that certain infotypes are only valid for specific groupings.
  Data Entry Error: There may be a mistake in the data entry where an infotype is being incorrectly assigned to a grouping type that does not allow it.
  Custom Development: If there are custom developments or enhancements in your SAP system, they might not be correctly handling the infotype and grouping type relationship.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for the infotype and grouping type in the SAP system. You can do this through transaction codes like SPRO (SAP Project Reference Object) and navigate to the relevant HCM settings.
  Ensure that the infotype is allowed for the specified grouping type. If it is not, you may need to adjust the configuration.
  
  
  
  Review Infotype Assignment:
  
  Verify that the infotype you are trying to use is correctly assigned to the employee or organizational unit in question.
  Check if the employee belongs to the correct grouping type that allows the infotype.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to the specific infotype and grouping type to understand their relationship and any restrictions.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making any changes, test the scenario again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Seek Help from SAP Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP team for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Infotypes: Infotypes are data structures in SAP that store employee-related information. Each infotype has a specific purpose and is used to manage various aspects of employee data.
  Grouping Types: Grouping types are used to categorize employees or data records in a way that certain rules or configurations apply to them.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data) and PA20 (Display HR Master Data) for managing infotypes.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.