How To Fix HRITFCH501 - Attribute class &1 according to T5CAS not compatible with field no. &3

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRITFCH - Message Area for HCM-CH (Switzerland)

• Message number: 501

• Message text: Attribute class &1 according to T5CAS not compatible with field no. &3

What causes this issue?

The attribute class &V1& entered in the infotype for employee attribute
field number &V3& does not correspond with the attribute class &V2& that
is stored for this field number in the view V_T5CAS (Assignment of EE
Attribute Classes to IT Fields).

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?

In the infotype record, use the attribute class &V2& for this field
number or contact your system administrator.

Procedure for System Administrators

Using the view V_T5CAS, assign the attribute class &V1& to the field
number &V3&.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRITFCH501 - Attribute class &1 according to T5CAS not compatible with field no. &3 ?

  The SAP error message HRITFCH501 indicates that there is a compatibility issue between an attribute class and a specific field in the context of the SAP Human Resources (HR) module. This error typically arises when there is a mismatch in the data types or structures defined in the configuration of the HR infotype.
  Cause:
  The error message "Attribute class &1 according to T5CAS not compatible with field no. &3" suggests that:
  
  The attribute class defined in the T5CAS table (which is used for defining characteristics of infotype fields) does not match the expected data type or structure for the specified field number.
  This could be due to incorrect configuration in the infotype settings, such as:
  
  An incorrect assignment of attribute classes to fields.
  Changes made to the infotype structure that have not been properly reflected in the configuration.
  Data inconsistencies or corruption in the infotype records.
  
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check T5CAS Configuration:
  
  Go to transaction code SE11 (Data Dictionary) and check the T5CAS table.
  Verify the attribute class assigned to the field number mentioned in the error message.
  Ensure that the attribute class is compatible with the field's data type.
  
  
  
  Review Infotype Configuration:
  
  Use transaction code PM01 or SPRO to access the infotype configuration.
  Check the configuration for the specific infotype related to the error.
  Ensure that the fields and their corresponding attribute classes are correctly defined.
  
  
  
  Data Consistency Check:
  
  Run a consistency check on the infotype data to identify any inconsistencies or errors.
  You can use transaction code PA30 to check the infotype records for the employee in question.
  
  
  
  Adjust Data Types:
  
  If necessary, adjust the data types or structures in the configuration to ensure compatibility.
  This may involve modifying the attribute class or changing the field definitions.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific infotype and attribute classes for additional guidance.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, test the infotype to ensure that the error no longer occurs.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Infotypes: Infotypes are data structures in SAP HR that store employee-related information. Each infotype has a specific structure and set of fields.
  T5CAS Table: This table contains the definitions of attribute classes used in HR infotypes.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data), PM01 (Maintain Infotype), and SE11 (Data Dictionary) for troubleshooting.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with an SAP HR functional consultant or reach out to SAP support for further assistance.