How To Fix 5D845 - No family infotype (0021,2) available in period & - &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 5D - Error Messages for German Infotype Module Pools

• Message number: 845

• Message text: No family infotype (0021,2) available in period & - &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 5D845 - No family infotype (0021,2) available in period & - & ?

  The SAP error message 5D845 indicates that there is no family infotype (0021) available for the specified period. This infotype is used to store family-related data for employees, such as dependents and family members, which is essential for various HR processes, including payroll and benefits administration.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Data: The most common cause of this error is that the family infotype (0021) has not been maintained for the employee in question for the specified period.
  Incorrect Period: The period specified in the error message may not align with the periods for which the infotype has been maintained.
  Data Deletion: The infotype data may have been deleted or not yet created for the employee.
  Authorization Issues: There may be authorization issues preventing the system from accessing the infotype data.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Infotype Data:
  
  Go to the employee's master data using transaction code PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data).
  Enter the employee's personnel number and select infotype 0021 (Family/Dependents).
  Check if there are any records for the specified period. If not, you will need to create or update the records.
  
  
  
  Create/Update Infotype:
  
  If the infotype is missing, you can create a new record for the employee by clicking on the "Create" button and entering the necessary family information.
  If the infotype exists but not for the required period, you may need to add a new record for that specific period.
  
  
  
  Review Periods:
  
  Ensure that the period you are trying to access is correct and that it falls within the range of the employee's employment.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  If you suspect authorization issues, check with your HR administrator to ensure you have the necessary permissions to view or edit the infotype data.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If you are unsure about the data requirements for infotype 0021, refer to SAP documentation or consult with your HR module expert.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Infotype 0021: This infotype is part of the SAP HR module and is used to manage family-related data for employees.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data) and PA20 (Display HR Master Data) for managing employee records.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message, as there may be specific fixes or updates provided by SAP.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message 5D845 and ensure that the necessary family infotype data is available for the employee in question.