How To Fix PAIS016 - Additional field &1 of infotype &2 cannot be added

PAIS016 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PAIS - Messages for PA-IS (Ad Hoc Query etc.)

• Message number: 016

• Message text: Additional field &1 of infotype &2 cannot be added

What causes this issue?

A check against the DDIC ascertained that the infotype specified has an
additional field that is not yet included in the InfoSet. The
additional field could not be added owing to a DDIC access error.

How to fix this error?

Check the definition of the additional field.

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

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PAIS016 - Additional field &1 of infotype &2 cannot be added ?

  The SAP error message PAIS016 indicates that you are trying to add an additional field to an infotype, but the system is preventing this action. This typically occurs in the context of Personnel Administration (PA) when working with infotypes that have specific constraints or rules regarding the addition of fields.
  
  Cause:
  
  Field Limitations: The infotype you are trying to modify may have a predefined structure that does not allow for additional fields to be added.
  
  Configuration Issues: The infotype may not be configured to accept additional fields, or the field you are trying to add may not be compatible with the infotype.
  Authorization Issues: You may not have the necessary permissions to modify the infotype or add fields to it.
  Technical Restrictions: There may be technical restrictions in the system that prevent the addition of fields to certain infotypes.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Infotype Configuration: Review the configuration of the infotype in transaction code SPRO. Ensure that the infotype