How To Fix RP398 - Entry in field number not permitted

RP398 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RP - Error Messages for Infotype Module Pools

• Message number: 398

• Message text: Entry in field number not permitted

What causes this issue?

An entry is only allowed in field P0021-OBJPS (number or child number)
if the T591A-OBJRQ indicator is set. This is not the case with the
subtype entered.

How to fix this error?

Delete the entry from field P0021-OBJPS or set the "Object
identification for subtypes permitted" (T591-OBJRQ) indicator in the
table <LS>Subtype Characteristics</> (T591A) for the required Subtype.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RP398 - Entry in field number not permitted ?

  The SAP error message RP398 ("Entry in field number not permitted") typically occurs in the context of payroll processing or when dealing with infotypes in the SAP Human Capital Management (HCM) module. This error indicates that there is an issue with the data being entered into a specific field, often related to the configuration of the infotype or the data being processed.
  
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Field Entry: The error usually arises when a value is entered in a field that is not allowed based on the configuration of the infotype or the specific payroll schema.
  Field Restrictions: Certain fields may have restrictions on the type of data that can be entered (e.g., numeric, alphanumeric, date formats).
  Infotype Configuration: The infotype may not be configured correctly, or the field may not be active for the specific employee or payroll area.
  Data Consistency Issues: There may be inconsistencies in the data being processed, such as missing required fields