How To Fix HRFORMS157 - InfoObject &1 is not permitted in InfoStar &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRFORMS - Messages for HR Form Builder

• Message number: 157

• Message text: InfoObject &1 is not permitted in InfoStar &2

What causes this issue?

Error in Drag&Drop interaction:
You have tried to drag a MetaDimension or MetaFigure to an InfoStar.
The MetaDimension or MetaFigure is not allowed in this InfoStar. This
means that the MetaStar from which this InfoStar was created does not
contain the MetaDimension or MetaFigure.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRFORMS157 - InfoObject &1 is not permitted in InfoStar &2 ?

  The SAP error message HRFORMS157 indicates that there is an issue with the use of an InfoObject in an InfoStar. This typically occurs in the context of SAP HR forms or reporting, where certain InfoObjects (like characteristics or key figures) are not allowed to be used in specific InfoStars (which are essentially data structures used for reporting).
  
  Cause:
  
  Invalid InfoObject: The InfoObject specified in the error message (&1) is not permitted in the InfoStar specified (&2). This could be due to configuration settings or restrictions defined in the system.
  Data Model Restrictions: The InfoStar may have been designed to only accept certain InfoObjects, and the one you are trying to use does not meet those criteria.
  Version Compatibility: There may be compatibility issues between the version of the InfoObject and the InfoStar, especially if there have been recent updates or changes in the data model.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check InfoStar Configuration: Review the configuration of the InfoStar to