How To Fix 3A906 - There is no address with selected address type (infotype 0006).

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 3A - Messages HR CZ

• Message number: 906

• Message text: There is no address with selected address type (infotype 0006).

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 3A906 - There is no address with selected address type (infotype 0006). ?

  The SAP error message 3A906 indicates that there is no address associated with the selected address type in infotype 0006 (Addresses). This infotype is used to manage address data for employees in the SAP Human Capital Management (HCM) module.
  Cause:
  The error typically occurs due to one of the following reasons:
  
  Missing Address Data: The employee record does not have an address entry for the specified address type (e.g., home address, work address).
  Incorrect Address Type: The address type being referenced may not be valid or may not have been set up correctly in the system.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the employee's master data that prevent the system from retrieving the address.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Employee Master Data:
  
  Go to transaction code PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data).
  Enter the employee's personnel number and select the relevant infotype (0006).
  Verify if there are any entries for the address type you are trying to access. If not, you will need to create a new address entry.
  
  
  
  Create or Update Address:
  
  If the address is missing, you can create a new entry by selecting the appropriate address type and filling in the required fields.
  If the address exists but is not linked to the correct address type, you may need to update it or create a new entry with the correct type.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  If you are an administrator, check the configuration settings for address types in the system. Ensure that the address types are correctly defined and that they are active for the relevant employee groups.
  
  
  
  Review Authorization:
  
  Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to view or edit the address data for the employee.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If you are unsure about the address types or how to manage them, refer to SAP documentation or consult with your SAP HCM functional consultant.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Infotype 0006: This infotype is used to store address information for employees. It can include multiple address types, such as home address, work address, etc.
  Address Types: Common address types include:
  
  1: Home Address
  2: Work Address
  3: Temporary Address
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  PA30: Maintain HR Master Data
  PA20: Display HR Master Data
  SM30: Maintain Table Views (for configuration checks)
  
  
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a technical consultant for further investigation.