How To Fix HRSEN00481 - A selection rule was already assigned to selection class &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRSEN00 - Calculation of Time Specifications

• Message number: 481

• Message text: A selection rule was already assigned to selection class &1

What causes this issue?

A selection rule has already been assigned to selection class &V1& in
view cluster V_T525N (table T525M). Because of this, it can no longer be
declared as a collective selection class.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRSEN00481 - A selection rule was already assigned to selection class &1 ?

  The SAP error message HRSEN00481 indicates that a selection rule has already been assigned to a selection class in the SAP system. This typically occurs in the context of SAP HR (Human Resources) or SAP SuccessFactors when dealing with selection classes and selection rules, which are used to define how data is selected and processed in various HR applications.
  Cause:
  The error arises when you attempt to assign a selection rule to a selection class that already has a selection rule assigned to it. Each selection class can only have one selection rule associated with it at a time.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Existing Assignments:
  
  Navigate to the relevant transaction in SAP (e.g., transaction code SPRO for configuration).
  Look for the selection class in question and check which selection rule is currently assigned to it.
  
  
  
  Remove Existing Assignment:
  
  If you need to assign a new selection rule, you will first need to remove the existing selection rule from the selection class.
  This can usually be done in the configuration settings where selection classes and rules are managed.
  
  
  
  Assign New Selection Rule:
  
  After removing the existing selection rule, you can then assign the new selection rule to the selection class.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the changes, test the configuration to ensure that the new selection rule is functioning as expected without any errors.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SPRO for configuration, HRP1001 for HR master data, or any specific transaction related to your HR module.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation or your organization's internal documentation for specific guidelines on managing selection classes and rules.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to selection classes and rules in the SAP system.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or HR module support team for further assistance.