How To Fix PA118 - No longer used

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PA - Recruitment Messages

• Message number: 118

• Message text: No longer used

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PA118 - No longer used ?

  The SAP error message PA118 ("No longer used") typically occurs in the context of personnel administration or payroll processing within the SAP system. This message indicates that a specific infotype or data record is no longer valid or has been marked as obsolete.
  Cause:
  
  Obsolete Infotype: The infotype you are trying to access or modify may have been marked as obsolete or is no longer relevant for the current configuration of the system.
  Data Deletion: The data record may have been deleted or archived, making it unavailable for further processing.
  Configuration Changes: Changes in the configuration of the SAP system or updates to the personnel administration module may have rendered certain infotypes or records obsolete.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Infotype Status: Verify the status of the infotype you are trying to access. You can do this by using transaction codes like PA20 (Display HR Master Data) or PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data) to see if the infotype is still active.
  Review Configuration: If you have access to the configuration settings, check if there have been any recent changes that might have affected the infotype in question. This may involve consulting with your SAP HR module administrator.
  Data Recovery: If the data was deleted or archived, you may need to restore it from a backup or consult with your IT department to see if it can be retrieved.
  Consult Documentation: Review SAP documentation or notes related to the specific infotype to understand its current status and any changes that may have been made.
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists and you cannot determine the cause, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Infotypes: Infotypes are data structures in SAP that store specific types of information about employees, such as personal data, organizational assignments, and payroll information.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes for HR data management, such as PA20, PA30, and PA40 (for personnel actions).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or updates related to the specific infotype or error message.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the PA118 error and take appropriate action to resolve it.