How To Fix 3E158 - Unable to & infotype &

3E158 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 3E - Vorgesehen für neue Länderentwicklungen HR

• Message number: 158

• Message text: Unable to & infotype &

What causes this issue?

The insert / update / delete option on the infotype was not successful.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 3E158 - Unable to & infotype & ?

  The SAP error message 3E158 ("Unable to & infotype &") typically occurs when there is an issue related to the infotype (information type) that you are trying to access or modify in the SAP system. This error can arise due to various reasons, including configuration issues, authorization problems, or data inconsistencies.
  Causes:
  
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary permissions to access or modify the specified infotype.
  Infotype Configuration: The infotype may not be properly configured in the system, or it may not be active for the specific personnel area or employee group.
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies or missing data in the infotype records that prevent the system from processing the request.
  Technical Issues: There could be underlying technical issues, such as problems with the database or system performance.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the infotype. This can be done by checking the user's role and