How To Fix PB605 - Position is related with persons designated for actions

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 605

• Message text: Position is related with persons designated for actions

What causes this issue?

The position is related with persons who already have a designated
action. These persons cannot be designated for another action before
the first action has been carried out.

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

How to fix this error?

The action designated must be carried out by the person responsible.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PB605 - Position is related with persons designated for actions ?

  The SAP error message PB605 ("Position is related with persons designated for actions") typically occurs in the context of personnel administration and organizational management within SAP. This error indicates that there is an issue with the relationship between a position and the employees assigned to that position, particularly when trying to perform actions such as hiring, transferring, or terminating an employee.
  Cause:
  
  Position Assignment Issues: The position you are trying to work with may have been assigned to a person who is designated for specific actions, and the system is preventing changes due to this relationship.
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies in the data related to the position or the employee, such as missing or incorrect information in the infotypes.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to perform actions on the position or the related employee.
  Configuration Settings: The configuration settings in the Organizational Management (OM) module may not be set up correctly, leading to this error.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Position Assignment: Verify the assignment of the position in question. Ensure that it is correctly assigned to the appropriate employee and that there are no pending actions that could be causing the conflict.
  Review Infotypes: Check the relevant infotypes (e.g., 0001, 0002, 0007) for both the position and the employee to ensure that all required data is complete and accurate.
  Consult with HR/OM Team: If you are unsure about the configuration or data, consult with your HR or Organizational Management team to ensure that everything is set up correctly.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to perform the action you are attempting. If not, contact your system administrator to request the appropriate access.
  Transaction Logs: Review transaction logs or system messages for additional details that may provide insight into the specific cause of the error.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions for common problems.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation for guidance on managing positions and personnel actions within the system.
  Training: If you are frequently encountering this error, consider additional training on SAP HR/OM processes to better understand how to manage positions and personnel actions effectively.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be necessary to escalate the problem to your SAP support team or consult with SAP directly for further assistance.