How To Fix RP960 - Subtype/exam. area & / & not in Table T578Z

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 960

• Message text: Subtype/exam. area & / & not in Table T578Z

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RP960 - Subtype/exam. area & / & not in Table T578Z ?

  The SAP error message RP960 indicates that there is an issue with the subtype or examination area not being found in the table T578Z. This table is used in the context of personnel administration and is related to the configuration of infotypes, particularly those dealing with qualifications and examinations.
  Cause:
  The error typically arises due to one of the following reasons:
  
  Missing Entries: The subtype or examination area you are trying to use is not defined in the T578Z table. This could happen if the subtype was not created or if it was deleted.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be a configuration issue where the subtype is not properly linked to the relevant infotype or is incorrectly set up.
  Data Entry Error: There might be a typo or incorrect value entered in the field where the subtype or examination area is specified.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Table T578Z:
  
  Use transaction code SE11 (Data Dictionary) to view the contents of table T578Z.
  Verify if the subtype or examination area you are trying to use exists in the table. If it does not, you will need to create a new entry.
  
  
  
  Create or Modify Entries:
  
  If the subtype is missing, you can add it by using transaction code SM30 to maintain table entries.
  Ensure that the new entry is correctly configured with all necessary fields filled out.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration settings for the relevant infotype using transaction code SPRO.
  Navigate to the relevant section for personnel administration and ensure that the subtype is correctly linked to the infotype.
  
  
  
  Data Validation:
  
  Review the data entry in the infotype where the error occurred. Ensure that the correct subtype or examination area is being used and that there are no typos.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If you are unsure about the correct values or configurations, refer to SAP documentation or consult with your SAP administrator or functional consultant.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Infotypes: Infotypes are data structures in SAP that store related data for personnel administration. Each infotype can have multiple subtypes.
  Table T578Z: This table is specifically used for storing subtypes related to qualifications and examinations in the SAP HR module.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SE11 (Data Dictionary), SM30 (Table Maintenance), and SPRO (SAP Reference IMG) for configuration tasks.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue causing the RP960 error message in SAP.