How To Fix 3I094 - Error reading infotype &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 3I - HR-PT: Messages for Portugal

• Message number: 094

• Message text: Error reading infotype &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 3I094 - Error reading infotype & ?

  The SAP error message 3I094 ("Error reading infotype &") typically occurs when there is an issue with reading a specific infotype in the SAP Human Capital Management (HCM) module. Infotypes are data structures used in SAP to store employee-related information, such as personal data, organizational assignments, and payroll data.
  Causes of Error 3I094
  
  Missing Infotype Data: The infotype you are trying to access may not exist for the employee or may not have been maintained properly.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the infotype data.
  Data Consistency Issues: There may be inconsistencies or corruption in the database that prevent the system from reading the infotype.
  Incorrect Configuration: The infotype may not be configured correctly in the system, leading to issues when trying to read it.
  Technical Issues: There could be underlying technical issues, such as database connectivity problems or system performance issues.
  
  Solutions to Error 3I094
  
  
  Check Infotype Existence: Verify that the infotype exists for the employee in question. You can do this by using transaction codes like PA20 (Display HR Master Data) or PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data).
  
  
  Review Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the infotype. You may need to consult with your SAP security team to check the user's roles and authorizations.
  
  
  Data Maintenance: If the infotype is missing or incomplete, you may need to maintain the data using transaction PA30 or PA40 (Personnel Actions) to create or update the infotype.
  
  
  Check Configuration: Review the configuration settings for the infotype in the SAP system. This may involve checking the customizing settings in transaction SPRO.
  
  
  Database Consistency Check: If you suspect data corruption, you may need to run consistency checks or consult with your SAP Basis team to investigate any database issues.
  
  
  System Logs: Check the system logs (transaction SM21) for any related error messages that could provide more context about the issue.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address this specific error message or provide patches or updates.
  
  
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance.
  
  
  Related Information
  
  Infotypes: Infotypes are identified by a four-digit number (e.g., 0001 for Organizational Assignment, 0002 for Personal Data).
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes for HR data management, such as PA20, PA30, and PA40.
  Authorization Objects: Understand the authorization objects related to HR data access, such as P_ORGIN and P_PERNR.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the error message 3I094 in your SAP system.