How To Fix HRBEN00VIEWS007 - An address type with time constraint 3 is not allowed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRBEN00VIEWS - Error Messages for Benefits - Views

• Message number: 007

• Message text: An address type with time constraint 3 is not allowed

What causes this issue?

You tried to select an address type with the time constraint 3.
However, more than one address type with the time constraint 3 can
exist at a given time. If such an address type is used as the basis for
determining a ZIP code group, situations could occur in which the
system is unable to determine a unique result. You therefore cannot
select this address type.

How to fix this error?

Choose an address type with the time constraint 1 or 2.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRBEN00VIEWS007 - An address type with time constraint 3 is not allowed ?

  The SAP error message HRBEN00VIEWS007 indicates that there is an issue with the address type being used in the context of a time constraint. Specifically, it states that an address type with time constraint 3 is not allowed. This typically occurs in the context of HR (Human Resources) and benefits management modules.
  Cause:
  The error is usually caused by one of the following reasons:
  
  Incorrect Address Type: The address type being used is defined with a time constraint of 3, which means it is not valid for the operation you are trying to perform. Time constraint 3 typically indicates that the data is not valid for the entire duration of the employee's record.
  Configuration Issues: There may be a configuration issue in the address types defined in the system. The address type may not be set up correctly in the customizing settings.
  Data Entry Error: There might be an error in the data entry where an invalid address type is being assigned to an employee or a specific record.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Address Type Configuration:
  
  Go to the customizing settings in SAP (transaction code SPRO).
  Navigate to the section for HR Master Data and check the configuration for address types.
  Ensure that the address types are correctly defined and that the time constraints are appropriate for your business processes.
  
  
  
  Review Employee Data:
  
  Check the employee record that is causing the error. Look for the address type assigned to the employee.
  If the address type is incorrect, change it to a valid address type that does not have a time constraint of 3.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources related to address types and time constraints in HR to understand the implications of different configurations.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, test the process again to ensure that the error is resolved.
  
  
  
  Seek Help from SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP team for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Time Constraints: In SAP HR, time constraints are used to manage the validity of data records. Time constraint 3 means that the data is valid for a specific period and cannot overlap with other records.
  Address Types: Address types in SAP HR are used to categorize different types of addresses (e.g., home address, work address) and can have different validity periods and constraints.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as PA20 (Display HR Master Data) and PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data) to view and edit employee records.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue related to the error message HRBEN00VIEWS007.