How To Fix PG042 - Only Display or Change can be used for infotype &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PG - Error Messages for Master Data Programs

• Message number: 042

• Message text: Only Display or Change can be used for infotype &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PG042 - Only Display or Change can be used for infotype & ?

  The SAP error message PG042 "Only Display or Change can be used for infotype &" typically occurs when you are trying to perform an action that is not allowed for a specific infotype in the SAP Human Capital Management (HCM) module. This message indicates that the infotype you are trying to access is in a status that does not permit the action you are attempting (e.g., creating a new record).
  
  Cause:
  
  Infotype Status: The infotype you are trying to modify may be in a status that only allows display or change operations. For example, if the infotype is locked or if it is a historical record, you may not be able to create a new entry.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to perform the action on that infotype.
  Configuration Settings: The infotype may be configured in such a way that it restricts certain operations based on the employee's status