How To Fix 3P405 - Personnel number &1 rejected as infotype &2 is missing

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 3P -

• Message number: 405

• Message text: Personnel number &1 rejected as infotype &2 is missing

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 3P405 - Personnel number &1 rejected as infotype &2 is missing ?

  The SAP error message "3P405 Personnel number &1 rejected as infotype &2 is missing" indicates that a specific infotype (a type of data record in SAP HR) is required for the personnel number specified, but it is missing. This error typically occurs during processes such as data uploads, personnel actions, or when trying to access employee data.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Infotype Data: The specified infotype (e.g., IT0001 for Organizational Assignment, IT0002 for Personal Data, etc.) is not maintained for the personnel number in question.
  Incorrect Configuration: The system may be configured to require certain infotypes for specific actions, and if those infotypes are not filled out, the error will occur.
  Data Migration Issues: If data was migrated from another system, some infotypes may not have been transferred correctly.
  User Authorization: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or maintain the required infotype.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Infotype Data: 
  
  Use transaction code PA20 (Display HR Master Data) or PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data) to check if the required infotype is present for the personnel number.
  If it is missing, you will need to create or maintain the infotype using the appropriate transaction.
  
  
  
  Maintain Required Infotypes:
  
  If the infotype is missing, you can add it by using the transaction code PA30 and entering the personnel number and the infotype number.
  Fill in the necessary data and save the changes.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration settings in the SAP system to see if the infotype is set as mandatory for the specific action you are trying to perform. This can be done in the IMG (Implementation Guide) under Personnel Management.
  
  
  
  Data Migration Review:
  
  If this issue arose after a data migration, review the migration process to ensure all necessary infotypes were included and correctly populated.
  
  
  
  User Authorization:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access and maintain the required infotype. This can be checked with the security team or by reviewing the user roles.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Infotypes: Infotypes are data structures in SAP HR that store specific types of information about employees. Each infotype has a unique number (e.g., 0001, 0002, etc.) and serves a specific purpose.
  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 for any known issues or patches related to this error message, as there may be specific fixes or recommendations provided by SAP.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and ensure that the necessary infotype data is maintained for the personnel number in question.