How To Fix J2522 - &4 Invalid category of position change (&)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: J2 - Message Class for Development Class JBT

• Message number: 522

• Message text: &4 Invalid category of position change (&)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message J2522 - &4 Invalid category of position change (&) ?

  The SAP error message J2522, which states "Invalid category of position change (&)," typically occurs in the context of personnel administration or organizational management when there is an attempt to perform an action related to a position change that is not valid according to the system's configuration or the data provided.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Position Change Category: The category of position change being used is not recognized by the system. This could be due to a typo, an incorrect code, or a category that has not been defined in the system.
  Configuration Issues: The configuration settings in the SAP system may not include the specified category of position change. This could be due to missing entries in the relevant customizing tables.
  Data Integrity Issues: There may be inconsistencies or missing data in the employee's master data or organizational structure that prevent the system from processing the position change correctly.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check the Position Change Category: Verify that the category of position change you are trying to use is valid. You can do this by checking the relevant configuration in the SAP system.
  Review Customizing Settings: Go to the customizing settings in SAP (transaction code SPRO) and navigate to the relevant area for personnel administration or organizational management. Ensure that the category of position change is defined correctly.
  Correct Data Entry: If the error is due to a typo or incorrect entry, correct the data and try again.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files for guidance on valid position change categories and their usage.
  Check User Authorizations: Ensure that the user performing the action has the necessary authorizations to make changes to the position.
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data) or PPOME (Change Organizational Plan) to navigate through employee and organizational data.
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to error J2522 in the SAP Support Portal for any known issues or patches that may address the problem.
  Training and Documentation: Ensure that users are trained on the correct procedures for making position changes and that they have access to up-to-date documentation.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.