How To Fix HRPIQ000280 - Infotype & and subtype & may be used only once per application type

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPIQ000 - Messages in Development Class PMIQ

• Message number: 280

• Message text: Infotype & and subtype & may be used only once per application type

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPIQ000280 - Infotype & and subtype & may be used only once per application type ?

  The SAP error message HRPIQ000280 indicates that a specific infotype and subtype combination can only be used once per application type in the context of SAP HR (Human Resources) and particularly in the area of Personnel Administration or Organizational Management.
  Cause:
  This error typically occurs when:
  
  Duplicate Entries: You are trying to create or modify an infotype record that already exists for the same application type (e.g., employee, applicant) with the same subtype.
  Incorrect Data Entry: There may be a misunderstanding of how the infotypes and subtypes are structured, leading to attempts to enter the same data multiple times.
  Configuration Issues: The system configuration may not allow multiple entries for the specified infotype/subtype combination.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Existing Records:
  
  Use transaction codes like PA20 (Display HR Master Data) or PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data) to check if there is already an existing record for the specified infotype and subtype for the application type you are working with.
  If a record exists, you may need to modify it instead of creating a new one.
  
  
  
  Review Infotype Configuration:
  
  If you believe that multiple entries should be allowed, check the configuration settings in the SAP system. This can be done through transaction SPRO (SAP Reference IMG) and navigating to the relevant HR configuration settings.
  Ensure that the infotype is configured correctly to allow multiple entries if that is the intended design.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help files related to the specific infotype and subtype to understand the intended usage and restrictions.
  
  
  
  Seek Help from SAP Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Infotypes: Infotypes are data structures in SAP HR that store specific types of information about employees, such as personal data, organizational assignments, and payroll data.
  Subtypes: Subtypes are variations of infotypes that allow for more specific categorization of data within the same infotype.
  Application Types: These refer to the different contexts in which infotypes can be used, such as employee records, applicant records, etc.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and take appropriate action to resolve it.