How To Fix 5M451 - No record exists for IT 0074 subtype 1 on &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 5M - Error Messages for Denmark

• Message number: 451

• Message text: No record exists for IT 0074 subtype 1 on &1

What causes this issue?

There was no record found for this employee for IT 74 subtype 1.

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

System Response

The infotype screen will not appear. In the absence of an IT 74 subtype
1 record on the given date, payroll processing cannot start properly.
Also, deafulting using feature 09LTR would not take place.

How to fix this error?

An IT 74 subtype 1 record must be created, which is valid on the begin
date of this record.
But, if the date in the message is not as expected then please look at
the follwoing logic which is used to determine the start date of this
record:
If the from date is filled on the initial Maintain HR Master Data(PA30)
screen:
,,Set the Start date of the record as From date.
Otherwise:
,,Set the Start date as the maximum of (Join date, 1st May of the
vacation year, next payroll run start date).

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 5M451 - No record exists for IT 0074 subtype 1 on &1 ?

  The SAP error message 5M451 indicates that there is no record for the infotype 0074 (which is related to "Additional Payments") with subtype 1 for the specified employee. This error typically occurs when you are trying to access or process data related to an employee's additional payments, but the system cannot find the relevant record.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Record: The most common cause is that the infotype 0074 for the specified employee does not exist. This could be because the record was never created, or it may have been deleted.
  Incorrect Employee Number: The employee number you are trying to access may be incorrect or does not exist in the system.
  Data Entry Error: There may have been a mistake in data entry, leading to the absence of the expected record.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to view the record, leading to the perception that it does not exist.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Employee Record: Verify that the employee number you are using is correct. You can do this by checking the employee master data in the SAP system.
  Create the Record: If the record does not exist, you may need to create it. You can do this by navigating to the appropriate transaction (e.g., PA30) and adding the infotype 0074 for the employee.
  Review Subtypes: Ensure that you are using the correct subtype. If subtype 1 is not applicable, you may need to check if other subtypes are available and relevant for the employee.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to view or edit the infotype. If not, contact your system administrator to grant the required access.
  Consult Documentation: If you are unsure about the process, refer to SAP documentation or consult with your HR or SAP support team for guidance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Infotype 0074: This infotype is used for managing additional payments to employees, such as bonuses or other forms of compensation.
  Transaction Codes: Common transaction codes related to employee data management include:
  
  PA30: Maintain HR Master Data
  PA20: Display HR Master Data
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues or bugs related to infotype 0074.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to engage with your SAP support team for further investigation.