How To Fix 5A226 - Infotype & cannot be processed (T777D)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 5A - Basis Personnel Management

• Message number: 226

• Message text: Infotype & cannot be processed (T777D)

What causes this issue?

No valid database table exists for the infotype specified.

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 5A226 - Infotype & cannot be processed (T777D) ?

  The SAP error message 5A226 indicates that the specified infotype cannot be processed due to an issue with the configuration or data in the system. This error is often related to the infotype T777D, which is used for defining the characteristics of infotypes in the SAP HR module.
  Cause:
  The error can occur due to several reasons, including:
  
  Missing Configuration: The infotype may not be properly configured in the system. This could be due to missing entries in the T777D table or incorrect settings.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the data related to the infotype, such as missing required fields or incorrect data types.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access or modify the infotype.
  System Errors: There could be underlying system issues or bugs that are causing the infotype to be unprocessable.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to transaction SPRO and navigate to the relevant configuration for HR infotypes.
  Ensure that the infotype in question is correctly defined in the T777D table.
  Verify that all necessary fields and settings are properly configured.
  
  
  
  Review Data:
  
  Check the data entries related to the infotype. Ensure that all required fields are filled out correctly and that there are no inconsistencies.
  Use transaction PA30 to view the infotype data for the employee and check for any anomalies.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access and modify the infotype. You can check this using transaction SU53 after the error occurs to see if there are any authorization issues.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message. There may be patches or updates available that resolve known issues.
  
  
  
  Debugging:
  
  If the issue persists, consider debugging the program or transaction that is generating the error. This may require the assistance of a developer or SAP Basis consultant.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance. Provide them with the error message details and any steps you have already taken.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Infotypes: Infotypes are data structures in SAP HR that store employee-related information. Each infotype has a specific purpose and is identified by a unique number.
  T777D Table: This table contains configuration settings for infotypes, including their characteristics and processing rules.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data), SPRO (SAP Reference IMG), and SE11 (Data Dictionary) for troubleshooting.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the error message 5A226 in SAP.