Message type: E = Error
Message class: PHIN - Phase In: Messages
Message number: 509
Message text: Structure indicator &1 different to structure indicator &2 of copy ref.&3
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PHIN509
- Structure indicator &1 different to structure indicator &2 of copy ref.&3 ?The SAP error message PHIN509 indicates a mismatch between the structure indicators of two different objects in the system. This typically occurs in the context of HR (Human Resources) or Payroll processes, where certain data structures are expected to match for operations like copying or referencing data.
Cause: The error arises when you attempt to copy or reference a structure (like an infotype or a payroll result) that has a different structure indicator than the one expected by the target structure. This can happen due to: Configuration Changes: Changes in the configuration of infotypes or payroll structures that lead to different structure indicators being assigned. Data Inconsistencies: Data inconsistencies in the database where the structure indicators do not align as expected. Custom Development: Custom programs or enhancements that do not adhere to the expected structure indicators.
Solution: To resolve the PHIN509 error, you can take the following steps: Check Structure Indicators: Verify the structure indicators of both the
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