How To Fix HRHAP00_TEMPLATE_PA005 - Column &1 is not permitted for reuse

HRHAP00_TEMPLATE_PA005 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRHAP00_TEMPLATE_PA - HR-HAP: Appraisal Template for HR

• Message number: 005

• Message text: Column &1 is not permitted for reuse

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRHAP00_TEMPLATE_PA005 - Column &1 is not permitted for reuse ?

  The SAP error message "HRHAP00_TEMPLATE_PA005 Column &1 is not permitted for reuse" typically occurs in the context of the SAP HCM (Human Capital Management) module, particularly when dealing with the HCM processes and forms (HAP - HCM Process and Forms). This error indicates that there is an issue with the configuration of the process or form template, specifically related to the reuse of a column in the data structure.
  
  Cause:
  
  Column Reuse: The error suggests that a specific column (indicated by &1) is being reused in a way that is not allowed. In SAP HCM, certain columns in the data structure are defined to hold unique values, and reusing them can lead to data integrity issues.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be a misconfiguration in the process template or the associated data model that defines how data is collected and processed.
  Template Design: The design of the template may not adhere to the rules set