How To Fix HRPBSHU400 - Subtype & cannot be used at the employee

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPBSHU - HR Public sector (H) developments

• Message number: 400

• Message text: Subtype & cannot be used at the employee

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPBSHU400 - Subtype & cannot be used at the employee ?

  The SAP error message HRPBSHU400 with the description "Subtype & cannot be used at the employee" typically occurs in the context of Human Resources (HR) management when there is an issue with the infotype subtype being used for an employee record. This error can arise due to various reasons, including configuration issues, missing data, or incorrect settings.
  Causes:
  
  Invalid Subtype: The subtype specified may not be valid for the infotype being processed for the employee.
  Configuration Issues: The subtype may not be configured correctly in the system, or it may not be assigned to the relevant employee group or personnel area.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to use the specified subtype.
  Employee Status: The employee's status may not allow the use of the specified subtype (e.g., if the employee is inactive or on leave).
  Missing Data: Required data for the subtype may be missing or incomplete.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Subtype Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for the relevant infotype and verify that the subtype is correctly defined and active.
  Ensure that the subtype is assigned to the correct employee group and personnel area.
  
  
  
  Verify Employee Data:
  
  Check the employee's master data to ensure that all required fields are filled out correctly.
  Make sure the employee is in a status that allows the use of the specified subtype.
  
  
  
  Review Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user attempting to use the subtype has the necessary authorizations to do so.
  Check the authorization objects related to HR infotypes and subtypes.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific details about the infotype and subtype in question.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  If possible, test the infotype and subtype with a different employee record to see if the issue persists. This can help determine if the problem is specific to a particular employee.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If the issue cannot be resolved through the above steps, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP HR expert for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Infotypes: In SAP HR, infotypes are used to store employee data. Each infotype can have multiple subtypes that provide more specific categorization of the data.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data) to check and edit employee records.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues or provide patches related to this error message.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution.