How To Fix PBAS_SERVICE005 - Key &1 should not be changed

PBAS_SERVICE005 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PBAS_SERVICE - HR Master Data: Service Functions

• Message number: 005

• Message text: Key &1 should not be changed

What causes this issue?

You attempted to change key &V1&. However, time constraint 1 is set up
for the infotype of this record. This means that there must always be
exactly one data record from 01/01/1800 to 12/31/9999 for each time
interval.
In particular, you are not permitted to change the start or end date.
You are also not permitted to change the subtype, if subtypes are
permitted at all. This is due to the fact that any subtype change would
delete the original data record.

System Response

You are not permitted to change the key.

How to fix this error?

You can change the date but not the key.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PBAS_SERVICE005 - Key &1 should not be changed ?

  The SAP error message PBAS_SERVICE005 with the description "Key &1 should not be changed" typically occurs in the context of Business Partner (BP) data management. This error indicates that there is an attempt to change a key field (such as a Business Partner number) that is not allowed to be modified after it has been created.
  
  Cause:
  
  Immutable Key Fields: In SAP, certain key fields are designed to be immutable after the initial creation of the record. This is to maintain data integrity and consistency.
  Data Integrity Rules: The system enforces rules that prevent changes to key identifiers to avoid issues with data relationships and references.
  Incorrect Data Entry: Sometimes, users may inadvertently attempt to change a key field when they meant to update a different attribute.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Review the Change Attempt: Check the specific action that triggered the error. Ensure that you are not trying to change a key field that is meant to remain