How To Fix HRITFCH503 - EE attribute &1 not defined in class &2 for date &3

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 503

• Message text: EE attribute &1 not defined in class &2 for date &3

What causes this issue?

In the infotype, the employee attribute &V1& is entered for the employee
attribute class &V2&. However, according to Customizing, the employee
attribute &V1& is not permitted for the employee attribute class &V2& on
the key date &V3&.

How to fix this error?

Use one of the permitted employee attributes for the employee attribute
class &V2& in the infotype, or ask your system administrator to enhance
the employee attribute class &V2& with the employee attribute &V1&.

Procedure for System Administrators

In the view V_T5CA0 (HR-CH: EE Attributes), if required, enhance the
employee attribute class &V2& with the employee attribute &V1&.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRITFCH503 - EE attribute &1 not defined in class &2 for date &3 ?

  The SAP error message HRITFCH503 indicates that there is an issue with an employee attribute that is not defined in the specified class for a given date. This error typically arises in the context of Human Resources (HR) and can occur during various HR processes, such as data uploads, infotype maintenance, or when running reports.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The attribute (represented by &1) is not defined in the specified class (represented by &2) in the system for the date (represented by &3) in question. This could be due to a configuration oversight where the attribute was not set up correctly in the system.
  Date-Specific Issues: The error may also arise if the attribute was valid in the past but has since been removed or is not valid for the specified date.
  Data Entry Errors: There may be a mistake in the data entry process, such as incorrect infotype data or missing entries.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration: 
  
  Go to the relevant configuration settings in SAP (usually in transaction SPRO) and verify that the attribute is defined in the class for the specified date.
  Ensure that the attribute is correctly assigned to the employee's infotype.
  
  
  
  Review Date Validity:
  
  Check the validity period of the attribute. If the attribute was valid in the past but is not defined for the specified date, you may need to adjust the date or update the configuration to include the attribute for that date.
  
  
  
  Data Correction:
  
  If the error occurred during data entry, review the data being entered for any mistakes. Ensure that all required fields are filled out correctly and that the data aligns with the defined attributes.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources related to the specific infotype or class to understand the requirements for the attributes.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, test the process again to ensure that the error is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes such as PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data) or PA20 (Display HR Master Data) to check employee records and infotypes.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP HR expert for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the HRITFCH503 error and implement a solution to resolve it.