How To Fix HRECM00ADMINFOTYPES006 - Changes to compensation data ITs cannot be undone - read long text!

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRECM00ADMINFOTYPES - Messages for Checks on Compensation Administration Infotypes

• Message number: 006

• Message text: Changes to compensation data ITs cannot be undone - read long text!

What causes this issue?

You have set the status of an activated record in the <ZK>Compensation
Process</> infotype (<ZH>0059</>) to a status other than <ZK>Active</>
to change the compensation amount, percentage or number. On activation,
however, secondary infotypes are created but not deleted automatically
when you change the status.

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

System Response

A warning is displayed but you can still save your changes.

How to fix this error?

The newly created records in the secondary infotypes must be deleted if
necessary, so as to avoid for example double salary adjustments in the
<ZK>Basic Pay</> infotype (<ZH>0008</>).

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRECM00ADMINFOTYPES006 - Changes to compensation data ITs cannot be undone - read long text! ?

  The SAP error message HRECM00ADMINFOTYPES006 indicates that changes made to compensation data in the system cannot be undone. This message typically arises in the context of the SAP SuccessFactors Employee Central or SAP HCM (Human Capital Management) modules, particularly when dealing with compensation management.
  Cause:
  
  Data Integrity: The system is designed to maintain data integrity and prevent accidental loss of important compensation data. Once changes are saved, they are often irreversible to ensure that historical data remains intact.
  Configuration Settings: The system may be configured in such a way that certain actions are locked after they are executed, preventing any further modifications.
  User Permissions: The user may not have the necessary permissions to revert changes or access certain functionalities related to compensation data.
  
  Solution:
  
  Review Changes: Before making changes to compensation data, ensure that you have reviewed all modifications thoroughly. If you are unsure, consider creating a backup or a copy of the data before making changes.
  Consult Long Text: The error message suggests reading the long text associated with it. This long text often provides additional context or instructions on how to proceed.
  Check Configuration: If you have access, review the configuration settings related to compensation management to understand if there are any restrictions in place.
  User Permissions: Verify that you have the appropriate permissions to make changes to compensation data. If not, contact your system administrator to request the necessary access.
  Contact Support: If the issue persists and you cannot find a resolution, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal IT support team for assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for your specific version of HCM or SuccessFactors for detailed information on compensation management and error handling.
  Training: Consider training sessions or workshops on compensation management within SAP to better understand the system's functionalities and limitations.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where you can share experiences and solutions with other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to address the error message and understand the implications of changes made to compensation data in SAP.