How To Fix HRPIQ000279 - Infotype & may not be assigned a subtype

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPIQ000 - Messages in Development Class PMIQ

• Message number: 279

• Message text: Infotype & may not be assigned a subtype

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPIQ000279 - Infotype & may not be assigned a subtype ?

  The SAP error message HRPIQ000279 indicates that a specific infotype cannot be assigned a subtype. This error typically occurs in the context of SAP Human Capital Management (HCM) when working with infotypes related to personnel administration or other HR-related functionalities.
  Cause:
  The error can arise due to several reasons:
  
  Missing Subtype Configuration: The subtype you are trying to assign to the infotype may not be configured in the system.
  Incorrect Infotype/Subtype Relationship: The infotype may not support the subtype you are trying to assign, or the relationship between the infotype and subtype is not correctly defined.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to assign the subtype to the infotype.
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies in the data that prevent the assignment of the subtype.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Infotype/Subtype Configuration:
  
  Go to transaction code SPRO and navigate to the configuration for the specific infotype.
  Ensure that the subtype you are trying to assign is defined for the infotype in question.
  
  
  
  Review Infotype/Subtype Relationships:
  
  Verify that the infotype supports the subtype you are trying to assign. You can check this in the infotype configuration settings.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to perform the action. You may need to consult with your SAP security team to verify the user's roles and permissions.
  
  
  
  Data Consistency Check:
  
  Check for any inconsistencies in the data that might be causing the issue. This could involve reviewing existing records for the infotype and ensuring that they are correctly set up.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to the specific infotype and subtype for any additional guidance or known issues.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the assignment again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  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 information.
  Subtypes: Subtypes are variations of infotypes that allow for more specific categorization of data. For example, an infotype for "Employee" might have subtypes for "Full-Time" and "Part-Time."
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data) and PA20 (Display HR Master Data) for managing infotypes and subtypes.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with an SAP HCM expert or reach out to SAP support for further assistance.