What is unoccupied position in SAP PA-OS - Organizational Structure?

SAP Term: unoccupied position

• Component: PA-OS

• Component Name: Organizational Structure

• Description: A position type for a position that has no holder. If the "vacancy" infotype 1007 is maintained for the position, so that the position is free to be filled, it is also described as vacant.

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• Key Concepts: 
  An unoccupied position is a position in the organizational structure of an enterprise that is not currently filled by an employee. It is a placeholder for a job that may be filled in the future. It is part of the Personnel Administration (PA) component of SAP's Organizational Structure (OS). 
  
  How to use it: 
  Unoccupied positions can be created in the Organizational Management (OM) module of SAP. They can be used to define the structure of an organization, such as the hierarchy of departments and roles. Unoccupied positions can also be used to plan for future staffing needs. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When creating an unoccupied position, it is important to ensure that all relevant information is included, such as job title, job description, and reporting relationships. This will help ensure that when the position is filled, the new employee will have all the necessary information to do their job effectively. 
  
  Related Information: 
  Unoccupied positions are closely related to vacant positions, which are positions that have been vacated by an employee but are still part of the organizational structure. Vacant positions can be filled by existing employees or new hires. Unoccupied positions are also related to job profiles, which are templates used to define job requirements and responsibilities.