How To Fix PB080 - Error when delimiting positions

PB080 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PB - PD: Message IDs Org. Management

• Message number: 080

• Message text: Error when delimiting positions

What causes this issue?

An error occurred during the position delimitation process.

How to fix this error?

Please re-start the report 'RHDELIMOBS'.

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

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PB080 - Error when delimiting positions ?

  The SAP error message PB080, which states "Error when delimiting positions," typically occurs in the context of personnel administration or organizational management when there is an issue with the delimitation of positions in the system. This error can arise due to various reasons, including data inconsistencies, incorrect configuration, or issues with the underlying master data.
  Causes of PB080 Error
  
  
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies in the master data related to positions, such as missing or incorrect entries in the infotypes (e.g., infotype 0001 for organizational assignment).
  
  
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration settings for the organizational structure or personnel administration may not be set up correctly, leading to issues when trying to delimit positions.
  
  
  Locked Records: The position or related records may be locked by another user or process, preventing the delimitation from being processed.
  
  
  Missing Authorizations: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to perform the delimitation action.
  
  
  Technical Issues: There could be underlying technical