How To Fix 5B141 - Structure to infotype & not found

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 5B -

• Message number: 141

• Message text: Structure to infotype & not found

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 5B141 - Structure to infotype & not found ?

  The SAP error message 5B141 indicates that a specific structure related to an infotype is not found. This typically occurs in the context of HR (Human Resources) modules when the system is trying to access or manipulate data related to employee records, but the required data structure is missing or not defined correctly.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Structure Definition: The structure that is supposed to be associated with the specified infotype is not defined in the system.
  Incorrect Infotype Configuration: The infotype may not be properly configured or may have been deleted or modified incorrectly.
  Transport Issues: If the system has recently undergone a transport of changes, the structure may not have been included or may not have been activated properly.
  Custom Development: If there are custom infotypes or structures, they may not have been implemented correctly.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Infotype Configuration:
  
  Go to transaction SPRO (SAP Reference IMG).
  Navigate to Personnel Management > Personnel Administration > Infotypes.
  Verify that the infotype in question is correctly configured and that the associated structure exists.
  
  
  
  Check Structure Definition:
  
  Use transaction SE11 (Data Dictionary) to check if the structure related to the infotype exists.
  If it does not exist, you may need to create it or restore it from a backup.
  
  
  
  Transport Management:
  
  If the issue arose after a transport, check the transport logs to ensure that all necessary objects were included and activated.
  You may need to re-import the transport or manually create the missing structure.
  
  
  
  Custom Development Review:
  
  If the infotype or structure is custom, review the development to ensure that it has been implemented correctly.
  Check for any missing components or dependencies.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review any relevant documentation or notes from SAP that may provide insights into the specific infotype and structure.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists and you cannot identify the cause, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Infotypes: Infotypes are data structures in SAP HR that store specific types of information about employees (e.g., personal data, payroll data).
  Structures: In SAP, structures are used to define the layout of data records. Each infotype is associated with a specific structure that defines the fields and data types.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SE11 (Data Dictionary), SE80 (Object Navigator), and SPRO (SAP Reference IMG) for configuration and troubleshooting.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue related to the SAP error message 5B141.