How To Fix HD026 - You cannot save without the main transaction

HD026 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HD - Messages for forex hedging

• Message number: 026

• Message text: You cannot save without the main transaction

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HD026 - You cannot save without the main transaction ?

  The SAP error message HD026, which states "You cannot save without the main transaction," typically occurs in the context of SAP's Human Resources (HR) module, particularly when dealing with infotypes or transactions that require a main transaction to be defined before saving.
  
  Cause:
  This error usually arises when:
  
  Missing Main Transaction: The system expects a main transaction to be defined for the operation you are trying to perform, but it is not present.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration for the infotype or transaction may not be set up correctly, leading to the system not recognizing the main transaction.
  User Input Error: The user may have missed entering required fields or selecting the appropriate main transaction.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the HD026 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Main Transaction:
  
  Ensure that you have selected or entered the main transaction that is required for the infotype you are trying to save. This is often a prerequisite for saving changes.
  
  
  
  Review Infotype