How To Fix HRITFAT003 - Field &1 must be initial as of position &2 (&3).


HRITFAT003 - Overview

  • Message type: E = Error

  • Message class: HRITFAT - Message Class for HCM-AT (Austria)

  • Message number: 003

  • Message text: Field &1 must be initial as of position &2 (&3).

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  • What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRITFAT003 - Field &1 must be initial as of position &2 (&3). ?
    The SAP error message HRITFAT003 typically occurs in the context of HR (Human Resources) data management, particularly when dealing with infotypes related to employee data. This error indicates that a specific field (denoted by &1) must be empty (initial) at a certain position (denoted by &2) and for a specific record (denoted by &3).
    
    Cause: The error is usually triggered when: Data Entry Error: The field in question has been filled with data when it should be left blank. This often happens during data entry or when importing data into the system. Infotype Configuration: The configuration of the infotype may require certain fields to be empty based on the business rules or the specific infotype being processed. Data Consistency: The system enforces data consistency rules that require certain fields to be empty under specific conditions.
    Solution: To resolve the HRITFAT003 error, you can take the following steps: Check the Field: Identify the field indicated by &1 in the

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