How To Fix PN042 - Simultaneous freely-defined delimitations and org.structure not possible.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PN -

• Message number: 042

• Message text: Simultaneous freely-defined delimitations and org.structure not possible.

What causes this issue?

To determine the personnel number, use either the option 'free
delimitations' or the access using the organization structure. This
combination is not supported.

System Response

If you have called up the report using SUBMIT, only the entries in the
free selection are taken into account. The entries for the organization
structure are ignored.

How to fix this error?

Use either the free delimitations or access using the organization
structure.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PN042 - Simultaneous freely-defined delimitations and org.structure not possible. ?

  The SAP error message PN042 "Simultaneous freely-defined delimitations and org. structure not possible" typically occurs in the context of personnel administration or organizational management when there is an attempt to perform actions that are not compatible with the current organizational structure or the way delimitations are defined.
  Cause:
  This error usually arises when:
  
  Conflicting Delimitations: You are trying to create or modify personnel actions that involve both freely-defined delimitations (custom delimitations that you have set up) and standard organizational structure delimitations at the same time.
  Inconsistent Data: There may be inconsistencies in the data that prevent the system from processing the request correctly.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration settings in the system may not allow for simultaneous processing of these two types of delimitations.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Delimitations: Review the delimitations you are trying to apply. Ensure that you are not mixing freely-defined delimitations with standard organizational structure delimitations in a way that is not allowed.
  
  
  Separate Actions: If you need to perform both types of delimitations, consider separating them into different actions. First, complete the action for one type of delimitation, and then proceed with the other.
  
  
  Review Configuration: Check the configuration settings in the SAP system related to personnel administration and organizational management. Ensure that the settings allow for the types of delimitations you are trying to use.
  
  
  Data Consistency: Ensure that the data you are working with is consistent and does not have any errors. This may involve checking for missing or incorrect entries in the organizational structure or personnel records.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on delimitations and organizational structure settings.
  
  
  Seek Help from SAP Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP team for further assistance. They may have additional insights or solutions based on your specific system configuration.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data) or PA40 (Personnel Actions) where you might encounter this error.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message, as they may provide patches or updates that address the issue.
  Training and Documentation: Ensure that users involved in personnel administration are trained on the correct procedures for handling delimitations and understand the implications of mixing different types of delimitations.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the PN042 error and implement a solution to resolve it.