How To Fix 56_S4001 - Empl. number &1: no company code in infotype 17. Infotype 1 is used.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 56_S4 - Travel in S4

• Message number: 001

• Message text: Empl. number &1: no company code in infotype 17. Infotype 1 is used.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 56_S4001 - Empl. number &1: no company code in infotype 17. Infotype 1 is used. ?

  The SAP error message 56_S4001 indicates that there is an issue with the employee's data in the system, specifically related to the absence of a company code in Infotype 17 (which is used for "Company Code Assignment") for the employee number specified. This error typically arises when the system is trying to access or process employee data, but it cannot find the necessary company code information in the relevant infotype.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Data: The employee record does not have a valid company code assigned in Infotype 17.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be a configuration issue in the system that prevents the assignment of a company code to the employee.
  Data Entry Error: The employee's data may not have been entered correctly, leading to missing or incomplete records in Infotype 17.
  Infotype Not Maintained: Infotype 17 may not have been maintained for the employee, especially if the employee was created or modified recently.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Infotype 17: 
  
  Go to the transaction code PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data).
  Enter the employee number and check Infotype 17 to see if a company code is assigned.
  If it is missing, you will need to create or update the record to include the appropriate company code.
  
  
  
  Maintain Infotype 1: 
  
  Ensure that Infotype 1 (Organizational Assignment) is correctly maintained, as it may impact the assignment of the company code in Infotype 17.
  Check if the employee is assigned to the correct organizational unit and that the organizational structure is correctly set up.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration: 
  
  If you have access, review the configuration settings in the SAP system to ensure that the company code assignment process is set up correctly.
  Consult with your SAP HR configuration team if necessary.
  
  
  
  Data Consistency Check: 
  
  Perform a data consistency check to ensure that all required infotypes are correctly maintained for the employee.
  
  
  
  User Authorization: 
  
  Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to view and maintain the employee's infotypes.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Infotype 1 (Organizational Assignment): This infotype contains key information about the employee's position within the organization, including the personnel area and employee group.
  Infotype 17 (Company Code Assignment): This infotype is used to assign the employee to a specific company code, which is essential for financial reporting and payroll processing.
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  PA30: Maintain HR Master Data
  PA20: Display HR Master Data
  PA40: Personnel Actions (to perform mass changes)
  
  
  
  If the issue persists after checking and updating the relevant infotypes, it may be necessary to consult with your SAP support team or a technical consultant for further investigation.