How To Fix RP453 - Subtype not specified

RP453 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 453

• Message text: Subtype not specified

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RP453 - Subtype not specified ?

  The SAP error message RP453 ("Subtype not specified") typically occurs in the context of payroll processing or when dealing with infotypes related to employee data. This error indicates that a required subtype for a specific infotype has not been provided or is missing.
  
  Cause:
  
  Missing Subtype: The most common cause of this error is that a subtype for a specific infotype (like infotype 0001 for Organizational Assignment or infotype 0002 for Personal Data) has not been specified when trying to create or modify an employee record.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues in the configuration of the infotype or subtype settings in the SAP system.
  Data Entry Errors: Incorrect or incomplete data entry during the payroll or employee data processing can lead to this error.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Infotype and Subtype: Ensure that the correct subtype is specified for the infotype you are working with. You can do this by:
  
  Navigating to the relevant infotype in the SAP