How To Fix HRPFD00579 - Initial value in key field is not permitted

HRPFD00579 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPFD00 - HR-PF: International Pension Fund

• Message number: 579

• Message text: Initial value in key field is not permitted

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HRPFD00579 - Details

• The SAP error message HRPFD00579 ("Initial value in key field is not permitted") typically occurs in the context of HR (Human Resources) data management, particularly when dealing with infotypes or personnel actions. This error indicates that a key field, which is expected to have a value, is being left empty or initialized incorrectly.
  
  Cause:
  
  Missing Required Data: The key field that is being referenced in the operation (like creating or modifying an infotype) is required to have a value, but it is currently empty.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration of the infotype or the data model may not allow for an initial or empty value in the specified key field.
  Data Entry Error: During data entry, the user may have inadvertently left a required field blank.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Required Fields: Review the infotype or the data entry screen to ensure that all required fields, especially the key fields, are filled in correctly.
  Validate Data: Ensure that the data