How To Fix PHIN512 - Structure indicator &1 different to struct. indicator &2 of higher obj.&3

PHIN512 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PHIN - Phase In: Messages

• Message number: 512

• Message text: Structure indicator &1 different to struct. indicator &2 of higher obj.&3

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PHIN512 - Structure indicator &1 different to struct. indicator &2 of higher obj.&3 ?

  The SAP error message PHIN512 indicates a mismatch between the structure indicators of two objects in the SAP system. This typically occurs in the context of HR (Human Resources) or Payroll processes, where different objects (like infotypes, wage types, or other HR-related structures) are expected to have consistent structure indicators.
  
  Cause:
  The error arises when:
  
  There is an inconsistency between the structure indicators of two related objects. For example, if you are trying to process a payroll run or an infotype update, the system expects the structure indicators to match, but they do not.
  This can happen due to configuration changes, incorrect data entry, or inconsistencies in the master data.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the PHIN512 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Configuration: 
  
  Review the configuration settings for the relevant infotypes or wage types. Ensure that the structure indicators are correctly defined and consistent across related objects.
  
  
  
  Data Consistency:
  
  Verify the master data for the employee or object