How To Fix PG388 - Infotype &1 is not explicit

PG388 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 388

• Message text: Infotype &1 is not explicit

What causes this issue?

The system cannot determine a unique infotype from string &V1& in the
Infotype field. Therefore no F4 Help can be displayed.

System Response

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?

Enter a unique infotype number. You can also use the infotype number if
necessary.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

PG388 - Details

• The SAP error message PG388, which states "Infotype &1 is not explicit," typically occurs in the context of personnel administration and is related to the configuration of infotypes in the SAP system. Here’s a breakdown of the cause, potential solutions, and related information:
  
  Cause:
  
  Infotype Configuration: The error usually arises when the system is trying to access or process an infotype that is not defined as "explicit" in the configuration. An infotype is considered explicit when it is defined to require specific data entries or conditions.
  Data Entry Issues: It may also occur if there is an attempt to access an infotype that is not relevant for the current context or if the infotype is not properly set up in the system.
  Custom Development: If there are custom developments or enhancements that interact with infotypes, they may not be correctly handling the infotype definitions.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Infotype Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code SPRO (SAP Project Reference