How To Fix HRFPM_FTE520 - Object &1 &2 does not exist in plan variant &3

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRFPM_FTE - New Position Management

• Message number: 520

• Message text: Object &1 &2 does not exist in plan variant &3

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRFPM_FTE520 - Object &1 &2 does not exist in plan variant &3 ?

  The SAP error message HRFPM_FTE520 indicates that there is an issue with a specific object (such as a position, job, or employee) that is not found in the specified plan variant. This error typically occurs in the context of SAP's Human Capital Management (HCM) module, particularly when dealing with the Flexible Personnel Management (FPM) or related functionalities.
  Cause:
  
  
  Non-Existent Object: The object referenced by the identifiers &1 and &2 does not exist in the specified plan variant &3. This could be due to:
  
  The object was deleted or never created.
  The object is not assigned to the specified plan variant.
  There is a typo or incorrect reference in the configuration or data entry.
  
  
  
  Plan Variant Issues: The plan variant itself may not be correctly set up or may not include the necessary objects.
  
  
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or access the specified object in the plan variant.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Verify Object Existence:
  
  Check if the object (identified by &1 and &2) exists in the system. You can do this by navigating to the relevant transaction (e.g., PPOME for organizational management) and searching for the object.
  
  
  
  Check Plan Variant Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the plan variant (identified by &3) is correctly configured to include the object. You may need to adjust the settings in the plan variant to include the missing object.
  
  
  
  Review Data Entry:
  
  Double-check the data entry for any typos or incorrect references that may have led to this error.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the object and the plan variant. This may involve checking user roles and permissions.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for more detailed information on the specific error and its context.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP Notes for any known issues related to this error message.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as PPOME (for organizational management) or other related transactions in HCM.
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to HRFPM_FTE520 for any patches or updates that may address this issue.
  User Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed and resolved.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution.