How To Fix HRHCP00_COLLECTION036 - Incorrect object type for collecting data from vacant positions

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRHCP00_COLLECTION - Messages About Collecting Personnel Cost Planning Data

• Message number: 036

• Message text: Incorrect object type for collecting data from vacant positions

What causes this issue?

The selected object type (&V1&)for collecting cost data for vacant
positions is inconsistent with the determined object type for positions
(&V2&).

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 HRHCP00_COLLECTION036 - Incorrect object type for collecting data from vacant positions ?

  The SAP error message HRHCP00_COLLECTION036 indicates that there is an issue with the object type being used to collect data from vacant positions in the Human Resources (HR) module. This error typically arises when the system is expecting a specific object type for the data collection process, but it encounters an incorrect or unsupported type.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Object Type: The error usually occurs when the system is trying to collect data from vacant positions, but the object type defined in the configuration does not match the expected type.
  Configuration Issues: There may be misconfigurations in the HR data collection settings or in the infotype definitions related to vacant positions.
  Data Integrity Issues: There could be inconsistencies or missing data in the HR master data that prevent the system from correctly identifying vacant positions.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Object Type Configuration:
  
  Navigate to the relevant configuration settings in the SAP system (usually in the IMG - Implementation Guide).
  Verify that the object types defined for collecting data from vacant positions are correct and match the expected types.
  
  
  
  Review Infotype Settings:
  
  Check the infotypes related to vacant positions (e.g., Infotype 0001 - Organizational Assignment).
  Ensure that the infotypes are correctly set up and that the data is complete and accurate.
  
  
  
  Data Consistency Check:
  
  Run data consistency checks to identify any discrepancies in the HR master data.
  Correct any inconsistencies found in the vacant positions or related employee records.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific error message for additional guidance and troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  
  SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the configurations and data, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance. They may provide patches or updates that address the issue.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data) or SPRO (Customizing) to access the relevant settings.
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to HR data collection and the specific error message for any known issues or fixes.
  User Forums: Check SAP community forums or user groups for discussions related to this error, as other users may have encountered and resolved similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.