How To Fix P2527 - The substitution type entered for & is not defined

P2527 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: P2 - Messages for HR Time Management

• Message number: 527

• Message text: The substitution type entered for & is not defined

What causes this issue?

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

System Response

How to fix this error?

Check the entries in <DS:SIMG.OHIX0149>Define substitution types</>.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message P2527 - The substitution type entered for & is not defined ?

  The SAP error message P2527, which states "The substitution type entered for & is not defined," typically occurs in the context of SAP's Personnel Administration or Organizational Management modules. This error indicates that the system is unable to find a defined substitution type for the specified object (e.g., an employee or position) in the system.
  
  Cause:
  
  Undefined Substitution Type: The substitution type you are trying to use has not been defined in the system. This could be due to a configuration oversight or a missing entry in the relevant tables.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration settings for substitutions may not have been properly set up, leading to the system not recognizing the substitution type.
  Data Entry Error: There may be a typo or incorrect entry in the substitution type field when trying to create or modify a record.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for substitutions in SAP. This can typically be found in the IMG