How To Fix PE604 - Order type cannot be used for personnel orders

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PE - Shift Planning: Messages

• Message number: 604

• Message text: Order type cannot be used for personnel orders

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PE604 - Order type cannot be used for personnel orders ?

  The SAP error message PE604 ("Order type cannot be used for personnel orders") typically occurs in the context of Human Capital Management (HCM) when trying to create or process personnel orders (such as hiring, transfers, or terminations) using an order type that is not configured for personnel actions.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Order Type: The order type you are trying to use is not set up in the system for personnel actions. Each order type in SAP has specific configurations that determine its use.
  Configuration Issues: The order type may not be assigned to the relevant personnel action or may not be activated for the specific personnel area or employee group.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to use the specified order type for personnel actions.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Order Type Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings in SAP (transaction code SPRO).
  Navigate to Personnel Management > Personnel Administration > Customizing Procedures > Define Order Types.
  Verify that the order type you are trying to use is correctly configured for personnel orders.
  
  
  
  Assign Order Type to Personnel Action:
  
  Ensure that the order type is assigned to the relevant personnel action in the configuration settings.
  Check the settings under Personnel Management > Personnel Administration > Customizing Procedures > Define Personnel Actions.
  
  
  
  Review Personnel Area and Employee Group:
  
  Make sure that the order type is valid for the specific personnel area and employee group you are working with.
  
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to perform actions with the specified order type. This can be checked with the help of your SAP security team.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for more detailed information on the specific order type and its intended use.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data) or PA40 (Personnel Actions) to perform actions related to personnel orders.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues or provide updates related to the error message PE604.
  Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP HCM expert for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement the necessary changes to resolve it.