How To Fix 5C662 - No infotype 278 generated for employee

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 5C - HR: Messages for Switzerland

• Message number: 662

• Message text: No infotype 278 generated for employee

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 5C662 - No infotype 278 generated for employee ?

  The SAP error message 5C662: No infotype 278 generated for employee typically occurs in the context of personnel administration and is related to the absence of a specific infotype (Infotype 278) for an employee in the SAP system. Infotype 278 is generally used for managing specific employee data, such as information related to certain benefits or employment conditions.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Infotype Data: The most common cause of this error is that the infotype 278 has not been created or maintained for the employee in question.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be issues with the configuration of the infotype in the system, which could prevent it from being generated.
  Employee Status: The employee's status may not allow for the generation of this infotype (e.g., if the employee is inactive or on leave).
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or create the infotype for the employee.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Infotype Maintenance:
  
  Go to the transaction code PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data).
  Enter the employee's personnel number and check if infotype 278 exists.
  If it does not exist, you may need to create it by selecting the appropriate action (e.g., "Create" or "Change").
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the infotype is correctly configured in the system. This may involve checking the configuration settings in the IMG (Implementation Guide) under Personnel Management.
  Verify that the infotype is active and correctly linked to the relevant employee groups and subgroups.
  
  
  
  Check Employee Status:
  
  Verify the employee's status in the system. If the employee is inactive, you may need to reactivate them or ensure that the infotype can be generated for inactive employees if that is required.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to create or view infotype 278. This may involve checking user roles and authorizations in transaction SU01 (User Maintenance).
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or consult with your SAP support team for any specific notes or updates related to infotype 278.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Infotypes: Infotypes are data structures in SAP that store specific types of information about employees. Each infotype has a unique number and is used for various HR-related data.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data), PA20 (Display HR Master Data), and others that may be useful for managing employee data.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to infotype 278 or the specific error message for additional guidance or patches that may resolve the issue.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to reach out to your SAP support team or consult with an SAP HR expert for further assistance.