How To Fix SRMHRPA020 - You have to enter a subtype for this infotype

SRMHRPA020 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SRMHRPA - Records Management Service Provider HR-PA Message Class

• Message number: 020

• Message text: You have to enter a subtype for this infotype

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SRMHRPA020 - You have to enter a subtype for this infotype ?

  The SAP error message SRMHRPA020, which states "You have to enter a subtype for this infotype," typically occurs in the context of SAP Human Resources (HR) when working with infotypes. Infotypes are used to store specific types of data related to employees, and each infotype can have multiple subtypes that further categorize the data.
  
  Cause:
  The error arises when a user attempts to create or modify an infotype record without specifying a required subtype. In SAP HR, certain infotypes require a subtype to be defined in order to differentiate between various types of data that can be stored under that infotype. For example, if you are trying to enter data for an infotype related to employee benefits, you may need to specify whether it is for health insurance, retirement plans, etc.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, follow these steps:
  
  
  Identify the Infotype: Determine which infotype you are working with when the error occurs. This will