How To Fix HRPAYDEBAV257 - Entry in infotype 0201 not possible

HRPAYDEBAV257 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPAYDEBAV - HR-BAV (CPS) Error Messages (Germany)

• Message number: 257

• Message text: Entry in infotype 0201 not possible

What causes this issue?

Basic pension payments with different payment periods cannot be entered
in infotype 0201 with time constraint &V1& for pension type &V2&.

System Response

Processing was cancelled.

How to fix this error?

Change the time constraint for the infotype for the corresponding
pension type in table T591A.

Procedure for System Administrators

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPAYDEBAV257 - Entry in infotype 0201 not possible ?

  The SAP error message HRPAYDEBAV257, which states "Entry in infotype 0201 not possible," typically occurs in the context of personnel administration when trying to make an entry in Infotype 0201 (which is related to "Organizational Assignment"). This error can arise due to several reasons, and understanding the cause is essential for finding a solution.
  Causes:
  
  
  Invalid Date Range: The date you are trying to enter may not be valid. For example, if the date is outside the validity period of the employee's record or if it conflicts with existing records.
  
  
  Missing Required Data: Certain fields in the infotype may be mandatory, and if they are not filled out correctly, the system will prevent the entry.
  
  
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to make changes to the infotype.
  
  
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the system that restrict entries in Infotype 0201 based on specific criteria (e.g., employee status, organizational