How To Fix R1207 - Academic title & does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: R1 - Business Partner Messages from S_BUPA_GENERAL

• Message number: 207

• Message text: Academic title & does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message R1207 - Academic title & does not exist ?

  The SAP error message R1207, which states "Academic title & does not exist," typically occurs in the context of personnel management or employee master data when the system is unable to find a specified academic title in the relevant configuration or master data tables.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The academic title you are trying to use has not been defined in the system. This could be due to a missing entry in the relevant configuration tables.
  Incorrect Input: The academic title may have been entered incorrectly, leading to a mismatch with the existing titles in the system.
  Data Migration Issues: If data was migrated from another system, some academic titles may not have been transferred correctly or may not exist in the new system.
  Authorization Issues: In some cases, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or use certain academic titles.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration: 
  
  Go to the configuration settings for academic titles in the SAP system (usually found in the IMG under Personnel Management).
  Ensure that the academic title in question is defined and active.
  
  
  
  Verify Input: 
  
  Double-check the spelling and format of the academic title you are trying to enter. Ensure it matches exactly with what is defined in the system.
  
  
  
  Add Missing Titles: 
  
  If the title does not exist, you may need to create it. This can typically be done by navigating to the relevant configuration area and adding the new academic title.
  
  
  
  Data Consistency Check: 
  
  If the issue arose after a data migration, perform a consistency check to ensure all necessary data has been migrated correctly.
  
  
  
  User Authorizations: 
  
  Check if the user has the necessary authorizations to access and use the academic titles. If not, work with your SAP security team to grant the appropriate permissions.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data) or SPRO (SAP Project Reference Object) to access the relevant areas for configuration and data entry.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed steps on managing academic titles and personnel data.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the R1207 error and ensure that the academic titles are correctly configured in your SAP system.