How To Fix 5L005 - There is no record for infotype & form & to &.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 5L - Messages for Malaysian HRMS.

• Message number: 005

• Message text: There is no record for infotype & form & to &.

What causes this issue?

Existence of the corresponding infotype record in the begin and end
given is mandatory.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 5L005 - There is no record for infotype & form & to &. ?

  The SAP error message 5L005 indicates that there is no record for a specific infotype and form combination for the specified period. This error typically occurs in the context of HR (Human Resources) modules when trying to access or process employee data related to infotypes (which are data structures used to store employee information).
  Cause:
  
  
  Missing Data: The most common cause is that the required infotype record does not exist for the employee in the specified time frame. This could be due to:
  
  The infotype not being maintained for the employee.
  The infotype record being deleted or not created.
  The date range specified does not match any existing records.
  
  
  
  Incorrect Date Range: The date range specified in the transaction may not align with the validity period of the infotype records.
  
  
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to view the infotype records.
  
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the system that prevent the infotype from being accessed or displayed correctly.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Infotype Records:
  
  Use transaction code PA20 (Display HR Master Data) or PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data) to check if the infotype record exists for the employee in question.
  Ensure that the infotype is maintained for the correct period.
  
  
  
  Verify Date Range:
  
  Ensure that the date range you are using in your transaction matches the validity period of the infotype records.
  
  
  
  Review Authorizations:
  
  Check if the user has the necessary authorizations to access the infotype. This can be done by reviewing the user's roles and authorizations.
  
  
  
  Consult with HR or SAP Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consult with your HR department or SAP support team to investigate further. They may need to check the configuration or data integrity in the system.
  
  
  
  Data Consistency Check:
  
  Run data consistency checks or reports to identify any discrepancies in the infotype records.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Infotypes: Infotypes are used in SAP HR to store various types of employee-related data, such as personal information, payroll data, and organizational assignments.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes like PA20, PA30, and PA40 (for actions) to manage HR data effectively.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message, as there may be specific fixes or recommendations provided by SAP.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and take appropriate action to resolve it.