How To Fix 3L160 - It was not possible to change record with date & in infotype 372

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 3L - HR: Messages for Mexico

• Message number: 160

• Message text: It was not possible to change record with date & in infotype 372

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 3L160 - It was not possible to change record with date & in infotype 372 ?

  The SAP error message 3L160 indicates that there was an issue when trying to change a record in infotype 372 (which is related to the "Employee Remuneration" infotype) for a specific date. This error typically arises due to various reasons, such as data inconsistencies, missing required fields, or issues with the configuration of the infotype.
  Causes of Error 3L160
  
  Date Conflicts: The date you are trying to change may be outside the valid range for the infotype or may conflict with existing records.
  Missing Required Fields: Certain fields in the infotype may be mandatory and not filled out, leading to the error.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary permissions to make changes to the record.
  Data Locking: The record may be locked by another user or process, preventing changes.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of infotype 372 in the system.
  
  Solutions
  
  Check Date Validity: Ensure that the date you are trying to change is valid and does not conflict with existing records. You can check the existing records in infotype 372 for the employee.
  Complete Required Fields: Make sure all mandatory fields in the infotype are filled out correctly before attempting to save the changes.
  Review Authorizations: Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to change records in infotype 372. If not, contact your SAP security administrator.
  Check for Locks: Use transaction code SM12 to check if the record is locked by another user. If it is, you may need to wait until the lock is released or contact the user who has locked the record.
  Consult Configuration: If the issue persists, consult with your SAP HR configuration team to ensure that infotype 372 is set up correctly and that there are no configuration issues.
  
  Related Information
  
  Transaction Codes: You can use transaction codes such as PA20 (Display HR Master Data) or PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data) to view and edit infotype records.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to infotype 372 or error message 3L160.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on infotype 372 and its fields.
  
  If the problem continues after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to involve your SAP support team for further investigation.