How To Fix HRBAS_OM_REUSE101 - Directly assigned positions cannot be determined

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRBAS_OM_REUSE -

• Message number: 101

• Message text: Directly assigned positions cannot be determined

What causes this issue?

The positions that are directly assigned to the organizational unit &V1&
&V2& cannot be read.

System Response

The system ends the processing.

How to fix this error?

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

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRBAS_OM_REUSE101 - Directly assigned positions cannot be determined ?

  The SAP error message HRBAS_OM_REUSE101 ("Directly assigned positions cannot be determined") typically occurs in the context of Organizational Management (OM) within the SAP Human Resources (HR) module. This error indicates that the system is unable to find a directly assigned position for a specific employee or organizational unit.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Position Assignment: The employee or organizational unit may not have a position assigned in the Organizational Management structure.
  Incorrect Organizational Structure: The organizational structure may not be correctly defined, leading to issues in position assignment.
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies or errors in the master data related to positions, employees, or organizational units.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or assign positions.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the OM settings that prevent the system from determining the position.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Position Assignment:
  
  Navigate to the relevant employee or organizational unit in the SAP system and verify if a position is assigned.
  Use transaction code PPOME (Change Organizational Structure) to check the organizational structure and ensure that the position is correctly assigned.
  
  
  
  Review Organizational Structure:
  
  Ensure that the organizational structure is correctly defined and that all necessary positions are created and assigned.
  Check for any missing links in the hierarchy that may prevent the system from determining the position.
  
  
  
  Data Consistency Check:
  
  Run consistency checks on the HR master data to identify and correct any inconsistencies.
  Use transaction code PU03 to check for inconsistencies in the infotypes.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access and modify the organizational structure and position assignments.
  
  
  
  Configuration Review:
  
  Review the configuration settings in the OM module to ensure that they are set up correctly.
  Consult with your SAP Basis or HR configuration team to verify that the settings align with your organizational requirements.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as PPOME (Change Organizational Structure), PPOSE (Display Organizational Structure), and PA20 (Display HR Master Data).
  Infotypes: Understand the relevant infotypes related to positions and organizational assignments, such as infotype 0001 (Organizational Assignment) and infotype 0002 (Personal Data).
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation and help resources for detailed guidance on Organizational Management and position assignments.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to engage with your SAP support team or consult with SAP experts for further assistance.