How To Fix HRBAS00_PNPCE008 - Infotype &1 has an invalid value for KIND

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRBAS00_PNPCE - Logical Database PNPCE

• Message number: 008

• Message text: Infotype &1 has an invalid value for KIND

What causes this issue?

The &V1& infotype (name of internal table: &v2&) defined by the
INFOTYPE statement has the invalid value '&v3&' in the KIND field.
The following values are valid for KIND:
'P' - for all infotypes that were defined with the 'AS PERSON TABLE'
addition
space - for all other (normal) infotypes

System Response

Processing is terminated.

How to fix this error?

This error normally only occurs as a result of an incorrect (and
illegal) manipulation of the $RINFO$ table. Correct the relevant code.

Procedure for System Administrators

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRBAS00_PNPCE008 - Infotype &1 has an invalid value for KIND ?

  The SAP error message HRBAS00_PNPCE008 indicates that there is an issue with the value assigned to the KIND field in a specific infotype. This error typically arises in the context of personnel administration and can occur during various operations, such as data entry, data upload, or when processing personnel actions.
  Cause:
  The error is caused by one of the following reasons:
  
  Invalid Value: The value entered for the KIND field in the specified infotype is not valid. This could be due to a typo, an incorrect code, or a value that does not exist in the system.
  Missing Configuration: The configuration for the KIND field may not be set up correctly in the system, leading to the acceptance of only certain predefined values.
  Data Consistency Issues: There may be inconsistencies in the data that are causing the system to reject the value for KIND.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check the Infotype: Identify the specific infotype indicated by the error message (represented by &1). Review the data entered for that infotype, particularly the KIND field.
  
  
  Validate the KIND Value: Ensure that the value entered for the KIND field is valid. You can do this by:
  
  Checking the documentation for the infotype to see the acceptable values for KIND.
  Using transaction codes like SE11 (Data Dictionary) to look up the domain values for the KIND field.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration: If you have access to configuration settings, check the configuration for the infotype and the KIND field to ensure that it is set up correctly. This may involve:
  
  Accessing the configuration via transaction SPRO and navigating to the relevant section for personnel administration.
  Ensuring that the necessary values are defined in the system.
  
  
  
  Data Consistency Check: If the issue persists, perform a data consistency check to identify any discrepancies in the data that may be causing the error.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP notes or documentation related to the specific infotype and the KIND field for any known issues or additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  Seek Help from SAP Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance, providing them with the error message and context.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Infotypes: Infotypes are data structures in SAP that store specific types of information about employees, such as personal data, organizational assignments, and payroll data.
  KIND Field: The KIND field typically represents a classification or type within the infotype, and its valid values can vary depending on the specific infotype being used.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data) and PA40 (Personnel Actions) for managing employee data.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and correct the issue causing the HRBAS00_PNPCE008 error in SAP.