How To Fix VINFO009 - IC: Change communication type for info type before deleting

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VINFO - Information Container

• Message number: 009

• Message text: IC: Change communication type for info type before deleting

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VINFO009 - IC: Change communication type for info type before deleting ?

  The SAP error message VINFO009 typically occurs when you attempt to delete a communication type (like a phone number, email, etc.) from an infotype (such as infotype 0105 for communication) without first changing the communication type to a different one. This is a safeguard in SAP to ensure that data integrity is maintained.
  Cause:
  The error arises because the system requires that you first change the communication type of the entry you are trying to delete. This is to prevent accidental loss of important communication data associated with a specific infotype.
  Solution:
  To resolve the VINFO009 error, follow these steps:
  
  
  Access the Infotype: Go to the infotype where the communication type is defined (e.g., infotype 0105 for communication).
  
  
  Change the Communication Type:
  
  Select the entry you want to delete.
  Change the communication type to a different one (for example, if it is currently set to "Email", you might change it to "Phone").
  Save the changes.
  
  
  
  Delete the Entry: After changing the communication type, you should now be able to delete the entry without encountering the error.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Infotypes: Infotypes are data structures in SAP that store specific types of information about employees, such as personal data, communication data, and more.
  Communication Types: These are specific categories of communication methods (e.g., email, phone, fax) that can be associated with an employee's record.
  Transaction Codes: You can use transaction codes like PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data) to access and modify infotypes.
  
  Additional Tips:
  
  Always ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to infotypes.
  If you are unsure about changing communication types or deleting entries, consult with your SAP HR administrator or a colleague with experience in SAP HR data management.
  Consider backing up data or documenting changes before making modifications to avoid accidental data loss.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the VINFO009 error and manage communication types effectively in SAP.