How To Fix HRPBSAE066 - Employee status is active; discipline type &1 not applicable

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPBSAE -

• Message number: 066

• Message text: Employee status is active; discipline type &1 not applicable

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPBSAE066 - Employee status is active; discipline type &1 not applicable ?

  The SAP error message HRPBSAE066 indicates that there is an issue with the employee's status in relation to a specific discipline type. This error typically arises in the context of personnel administration or employee management within the SAP Human Capital Management (HCM) module.
  Cause:
  The error message "Employee status is active; discipline type &1 not applicable" usually occurs due to one of the following reasons:
  
  
  Incompatible Discipline Type: The discipline type you are trying to apply is not applicable to the employee's current status. For example, if the employee is active, certain disciplinary actions may not be allowed based on company policy or configuration.
  
  
  Configuration Issues: The discipline types may not be properly configured in the system. This could include missing settings in the infotype or the configuration of the discipline types themselves.
  
  
  Employee Status: The employee's status may not align with the discipline type being applied. For instance, if the discipline type is meant for inactive employees, it cannot be applied to an active employee.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Employee Status: Verify the current status of the employee in the system. Ensure that the discipline type you are trying to apply is appropriate for an active employee.
  
  
  Review Discipline Type Configuration: Check the configuration of the discipline types in the system. Ensure that the discipline type you are trying to use is set up correctly and is applicable to the employee's status.
  
  
  Consult Company Policies: Review your organization's policies regarding discipline types and employee statuses. Ensure that the action you are trying to take aligns with these policies.
  
  
  Use Appropriate Discipline Type: If the discipline type is indeed not applicable for active employees, consider using a different discipline type that is appropriate for the situation.
  
  
  SAP Notes and Documentation: Check for any relevant SAP Notes or documentation that may provide additional insights or updates regarding this error message.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Infotypes: Familiarize yourself with the relevant infotypes related to employee discipline (e.g., Infotype 0001 for Organizational Assignment, Infotype 0002 for Personal Data).
  Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to perform actions related to employee discipline.
  Testing: If you are making changes to configuration or processes, consider testing in a development or quality assurance environment before applying changes in production.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in SAP HCM for further assistance.