How To Fix 3I186 - No information in infotype &1 for date &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 186

• Message text: No information in infotype &1 for date &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 3I186 - No information in infotype &1 for date &2 ?

  The SAP error message 3I186 ("No information in infotype &1 for date &2") typically occurs when you are trying to access or display data in a specific infotype (e.g., employee data) for a date where no records exist. This can happen in various modules, such as Human Resources (HR) or Payroll, when the system is unable to find relevant information for the specified infotype and date.
  Cause:
  
  No Data Exists: The most common cause is that there is simply no data recorded in the specified infotype for the given date.
  Incorrect Date: The date you are querying may be outside the range of valid records for that infotype.
  Infotype Not Maintained: The infotype may not have been maintained for the employee or object in question.
  Data Deletion: Records may have been deleted or not yet created for that date.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to view the data, leading to the perception that no data exists.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Data Existence: Verify if there are any records for the specified infotype and date. You can do this by navigating to the infotype maintenance transaction (e.g., PA30 for HR infotypes) and checking the records for the employee or object.
  Adjust Date: Ensure that the date you are querying is correct and falls within the range of existing records. If necessary, adjust the date to a period where you know data exists.
  Maintain Infotype: If the infotype is not maintained, you may need to create a new record for the employee or object for the specified date.
  Check Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to view the data. If you suspect authorization issues, contact your SAP security administrator.
  Consult Documentation: Review any relevant documentation or guidelines for maintaining infotypes to ensure that the data entry process is being followed correctly.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Infotypes: Infotypes are data structures in SAP that store specific types of information about employees, such as personal data, payroll data, and organizational assignments.
  Transaction Codes: Common transaction codes related to infotypes include:
  
  PA30: Maintain HR Master Data
  PA20: Display HR Master Data
  PA40: Personnel Actions
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to the specific infotype or error message.
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or refer to SAP's official documentation for further troubleshooting steps.