How To Fix PG824 - Field label for field &1 from infotype &2 is used more than once.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 824

• Message text: Field label for field &1 from infotype &2 is used more than once.

What causes this issue?

You have tried to enter more than one field name for a field. This is
not possible for technical reasons. It is not even possible if the
field names appear in different lines.

System Response

How to fix this error?

Please contact your system administrator.

Procedure for System Administrators

Determine the incorrect entry in Customizing in <LS>Personnel
Administration</> in the <LS>Header Structure per Infotype</> screen in
<DS:SIMG.OHIX0635>Determine Infotype Header</> and correct it.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PG824 - Field label for field &1 from infotype &2 is used more than once. ?

  The SAP error message PG824 indicates that there is a problem with the field labels in a specific infotype. This error occurs when a field label for a particular field is defined more than once within the same infotype, which can lead to confusion and inconsistencies in data entry and reporting.
  Cause:
  
  Duplicate Field Labels: The primary cause of this error is that the same field label has been assigned to multiple fields within the same infotype. This can happen due to incorrect configuration or modifications made to the infotype.
  Custom Development: If there have been custom developments or modifications to the infotype, it is possible that the field labels were not properly managed, leading to duplicates.
  Transport Issues: If changes were transported from one system to another (e.g., from development to production), it is possible that the transport included duplicate field labels.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Infotype Configuration: 
  
  Go to the infotype configuration in the SAP system (Transaction code: PM01 for HR infotypes).
  Review the field labels for the specified infotype and identify any duplicates.
  Ensure that each field has a unique label.
  
  
  
  Modify Field Labels:
  
  If duplicates are found, modify the field labels to ensure that each one is unique.
  Save the changes and activate the infotype.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, test the infotype to ensure that the error no longer occurs and that the field labels are displayed correctly.
  
  
  
  Transport Management:
  
  If the issue arose after a transport, review the transport logs and ensure that the changes made in the development environment are correctly reflected in the production environment without duplicates.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation: 
  
  If you are unsure about the changes, consult SAP documentation or reach out to SAP support for guidance on best practices for infotype configuration.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Infotypes: Infotypes are data structures in SAP HR that store employee-related information. Each infotype can have multiple fields, and each field can have a label.
  Field Labels: Field labels are the names or descriptions that appear on the user interface for data entry. They should be clear and unique to avoid confusion.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance on infotype configuration.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the PG824 error and ensure that your infotype configuration is correct.