How To Fix /ISDFPS/OM729 - Delete address infotype record: subtype &1 in period (&2 - &3)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /ISDFPS/OM -

• Message number: 729

• Message text: Delete address infotype record: subtype &1 in period (&2 - &3)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /ISDFPS/OM729 - Delete address infotype record: subtype &1 in period (&2 - &3) ?

  The SAP error message /ISDFPS/OM729 Delete address infotype record: subtype &1 in period (&2 - &3) typically occurs in the context of managing infotype records in SAP, particularly when dealing with address data in the Human Capital Management (HCM) module. This error indicates that there is an issue with deleting an address infotype record for a specific subtype within a defined period.
  Cause:
  
  Record Locking: The record you are trying to delete may be locked by another user or process.
  Invalid Period: The period specified for deletion may not be valid, or the record may not exist for the specified period.
  Dependencies: There may be dependencies or relationships with other infotypes or records that prevent deletion.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to delete the record.
  Data Integrity Constraints: There may be data integrity constraints that prevent the deletion of the record.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Record Locking: Ensure that the record is not being accessed or locked by another user. You can use transaction code SM12 to check for locks.
  Verify Period: Confirm that the period specified in the error message is correct and that the record exists for that period. You can check the infotype records using transaction code PA30.
  Review Dependencies: Investigate if there are any dependencies with other infotypes or records that might be preventing the deletion. You may need to delete or modify those records first.
  Check Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to delete the infotype record. You can check this with your SAP security team.
  Use Transaction Codes: Use transaction codes like PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data) to manually check and delete the infotype record if necessary.
  Consult Documentation: Review SAP documentation or notes related to the specific infotype and subtype for any additional guidance or known issues.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Infotypes: Infotypes are data structures in SAP that store related data for personnel management. Each infotype has a specific purpose and can have multiple subtypes.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data), PA20 (Display HR Master Data), and SM12 (Display and Delete Locks).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to the specific infotype or error message.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP support team for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and take appropriate action to resolve it.