How To Fix 5G896 - Error reading Infotype &1 for &2; Infotype &3 will not be migrated

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 5G - HR: Messages for Britain

• Message number: 896

• Message text: Error reading Infotype &1 for &2; Infotype &3 will not be migrated

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 5G896 - Error reading Infotype &1 for &2; Infotype &3 will not be migrated ?

  The SAP error message 5G896 typically occurs during the migration of infotypes in the SAP system, particularly when using tools like the SAP S/4HANA Migration Cockpit or similar migration tools. This error indicates that there was an issue reading a specific infotype for a given object (like a personnel number or employee record), which prevents the migration of that infotype.
  Cause:
  
  Data Inconsistency: The infotype data may be inconsistent or corrupted in the source system.
  Missing Data: Required data for the specified infotype may be missing or not properly maintained.
  Authorization Issues: The user executing the migration may not have the necessary authorizations to read the infotype data.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the system that prevent the infotype from being read correctly.
  Technical Issues: There could be underlying technical issues, such as database problems or system performance issues.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Data Consistency: Review the data in the source system for the specified infotype and ensure that it is complete and consistent. Look for any missing or incorrect entries.
  Verify Authorizations: Ensure that the user performing the migration has the necessary authorizations to access the infotype data.
  Review Configuration: Check the configuration settings related to the infotype in the SAP system to ensure they are set up correctly.
  Use Transaction Codes: Utilize transaction codes like PA20 (Display HR Master Data) or PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data) to manually check the infotype data for the specified object.
  Check Logs: Review the migration logs for more detailed error messages that can provide additional context on the issue.
  Consult SAP Notes: Look for relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide guidance on similar issues.
  Test Migration: If possible, perform a test migration with a smaller dataset to isolate the issue and identify any specific records causing the error.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Infotypes: Infotypes are data structures in SAP HR that store specific types of employee-related information (e.g., personal data, payroll data).
  Migration Cockpit: The SAP S/4HANA Migration Cockpit is a tool used to facilitate the migration of data from legacy systems to SAP S/4HANA.
  SAP Support: If the issue persists after troubleshooting, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.