How To Fix PA006 - No longer used

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PA - Recruitment Messages

• Message number: 006

• Message text: No longer used

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PA006 - No longer used ?

  The SAP error message PA006 ("No longer used") typically occurs in the context of personnel administration and is related to infotypes that are no longer valid or have been deactivated in the system. This error can arise when trying to access or process data that is outdated or has been marked as obsolete.
  Cause:
  
  Infotype Deactivation: The infotype you are trying to access may have been deactivated or is no longer relevant for the employee or the organizational structure.
  Data Consistency Issues: There may be inconsistencies in the data, such as missing or incorrect entries that lead to the infotype being flagged as no longer used.
  Configuration Changes: Changes in the configuration of the SAP system, such as updates or modifications to the personnel administration module, can lead to certain infotypes being rendered obsolete.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Infotype Status: Verify the status of the infotype in question. You can do this by using transaction codes like PA20 (Display HR Master Data) or PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data) to check if the infotype is still active for the employee.
  Review Configuration: If you have access to the configuration settings, review the settings for the infotype in the SAP IMG (Implementation Guide) to ensure it is still active and correctly configured.
  Data Correction: If there are inconsistencies in the data, correct them. This may involve updating or re-entering the necessary information in the relevant infotypes.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific infotype to understand its current status and any changes that may have been made.
  Contact Support: If the issue persists and you cannot determine the cause, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP Notes for further assistance.
  
  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.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes like PA20, PA30, and PA40 (for personnel actions) to navigate and manage HR data effectively.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to the error message PA006, as SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions for common problems.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the PA006 error and implement a solution to resolve it.