How To Fix /SHCM/EMPLOYEE_BL210 - Address Type &1 is not supported.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SHCM/EMPLOYEE_BL -

• Message number: 210

• Message text: Address Type &1 is not supported.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SHCM/EMPLOYEE_BL210 - Address Type &1 is not supported. ?

  The SAP error message /SHCM/EMPLOYEE_BL210 Address Type &1 is not supported typically occurs in the context of the SAP Human Capital Management (HCM) module, particularly when dealing with employee address data. This error indicates that the address type specified (represented by &1) is not recognized or supported by the system.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Address Type: The address type being referenced may not be defined in the system or may have been incorrectly specified in the configuration.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of address types in the system, leading to unsupported types being used.
  Data Entry Errors: The user may have entered an incorrect address type when creating or updating employee records.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Address Type Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for address types in the SAP system. This can typically be found in the IMG (Implementation Guide) under the relevant HCM settings.
  Ensure that the address type you are trying to use is defined and active.
  
  
  
  Verify Data Entry:
  
  Review the employee record or transaction where the error occurred. Check if the address type is entered correctly.
  If the address type is being pulled from a dropdown or selection list, ensure that the correct value is being selected.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help files for the specific version of SAP you are using to understand the valid address types and their configurations.
  
  
  
  Custom Development:
  
  If the address type is a custom development, ensure that the custom logic is correctly implemented and that the address type is properly registered in the system.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance. They may provide insights specific to your system configuration or version.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may want to use transaction codes like PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data) or PA20 (Display HR Master Data) to check employee records and address types.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide updates related to address types in your version of SAP.
  User Exits or BAdIs: If your organization has implemented custom logic for handling addresses, review any user exits or BAdIs that might affect address processing.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.