How To Fix HRPIQ000268 - This infotype must not be used

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPIQ000 - Messages in Development Class PMIQ

• Message number: 268

• Message text: This infotype must not be used

What causes this issue?

You have used an <DS:GLOS.3528EB01E8A0556FE10000009B38F983>infotype</>
that is set up in table form.
You must not use infotypes in table form in applications.

System Response

The action cannot be executed.

How to fix this error?

Contact your system administrator.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPIQ000268 - This infotype must not be used ?

  The SAP error message HRPIQ000268: "This infotype must not be used" typically occurs in the context of SAP Human Capital Management (HCM) when there is an attempt to process an infotype that is not allowed or is restricted for certain operations. This can happen for various reasons, including configuration settings, data integrity issues, or business rules defined in the system.
  Causes:
  
  Infotype Configuration: The infotype you are trying to use may be configured in such a way that it is not allowed for the specific action you are attempting (e.g., creating, modifying, or deleting records).
  Business Rules: There may be specific business rules or validation checks in place that prevent the use of certain infotypes under certain conditions.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access or modify the infotype.
  Data Consistency: There may be inconsistencies in the data that prevent the infotype from being processed.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Infotype Configuration: Review the configuration settings for the infotype in question. Ensure that it is set up correctly and is allowed for the operation you are trying to perform.
  
  Use transaction code SPRO to access the configuration settings.
  Navigate to the relevant section under Personnel Management > Personnel Administration > Infotypes.
  
  
  
  Review Business Rules: Check if there are any specific business rules or validation checks that are preventing the use of the infotype. This may involve reviewing custom code or enhancements that have been implemented.
  
  
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access and modify the infotype. This can be checked using transaction code SU53 after the error occurs to see if there are any authorization issues.
  
  
  Data Integrity Check: Verify the data for any inconsistencies that may be causing the issue. This may involve checking related infotypes or records to ensure that all required data is present and valid.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific infotype for any known issues or additional guidance.
  
  
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists and you cannot identify the cause, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance. They may have additional insights or solutions based on the specific context of your system.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Infotypes: Infotypes are data structures in SAP HCM that store specific types of information about employees, such as personal data, organizational assignments, and payroll data.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data) and PA20 (Display HR Master Data) to navigate and troubleshoot infotype-related issues.
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address specific issues related to the infotype in question.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution.