How To Fix 3O338 - There are no records in infotype &1 .

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 3O - HR: Messages for Taiwan

• Message number: 338

• Message text: There are no records in infotype &1 .

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 3O338 - There are no records in infotype &1 . ?

  The SAP error message 3O338 ("There are no records in infotype &1") typically occurs when you are trying to access or display data for a specific infotype (e.g., personal data, organizational assignment, etc.) in the SAP system, but there are no records available for the specified infotype for the selected employee or object.
  Cause:
  
  No Data Exists: The most common cause is that there are simply no records for the specified infotype for the employee or object you are trying to access.
  Incorrect Selection: You may have selected the wrong employee or object, or the infotype number may be incorrect.
  Data Deletion: Records may have been deleted or not yet created for the infotype.
  Authorization Issues: In some cases, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to view the data, leading to the perception that no records exist.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Infotype: Verify that you are using the correct infotype number. Ensure that the infotype you are trying to access is relevant to the employee or object in question.
  Verify Employee/Object: Make sure you are entering the correct employee number or object ID. You can use transaction codes like PA20 (Display HR Master Data) or PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data) to check the records.
  Create Records: If you find that there are indeed no records, you may need to create the necessary records for the infotype using transaction PA30 or the appropriate transaction for your needs.
  Check Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to view the data. You may need to contact your SAP security administrator if you suspect authorization issues.
  Consult with HR: If you are unsure why records are missing, consult with your HR department or the person responsible for maintaining employee data.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Infotypes: Infotypes are data structures in SAP that store specific types of information about employees. Each infotype has a unique number (e.g., 0001 for Organizational Assignment, 0002 for Personal Data).
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as PA20 (Display HR Master Data), PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data), and PA40 (Personnel Actions) for managing employee data.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes or the SAP Support Portal for any known issues or updates related to this error message.
  
  If the problem persists after checking these aspects, it may be beneficial to involve your SAP support team for further investigation.