How To Fix 5O158 - SI number does not exist (infotype &)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 5O - Notifications in the Master Data Area (Austria)

• Message number: 158

• Message text: SI number does not exist (infotype &)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 5O158 - SI number does not exist (infotype &) ?

  The SAP error message 5O158 indicates that the specified SI number (Social Insurance number) does not exist for the given infotype. This error typically occurs when trying to access or process employee data related to social insurance, and the system cannot find the required information.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Data: The SI number may not have been entered for the employee in the relevant infotype (e.g., Infotype 0006 for Addresses or Infotype 0001 for Organizational Assignment).
  Incorrect Infotype: The infotype being referenced may not be the correct one for the SI number.
  Data Deletion: The SI number might have been deleted or not maintained properly in the system.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the system that prevent the proper retrieval of the SI number.
  User Authorization: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or edit the infotype.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Infotype Data: Verify that the SI number is correctly maintained in the relevant infotype for the employee. You can do this by navigating to the employee's master data and checking the relevant infotype.
  Maintain Missing Data: If the SI number is missing, enter it in the appropriate infotype (e.g., Infotype 0006).
  Review Configuration: Ensure that the configuration for the infotype and the SI number is set up correctly in the system.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the infotype and the employee's data.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific details on the infotype and its requirements.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Infotypes: Infotypes are data structures in SAP that store specific types of information about employees. Each infotype has a unique number and serves a particular purpose (e.g., personal data, organizational assignment, etc.).
  Transaction Codes: You can use transaction codes like PA20 (Display HR Master Data) or PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data) to view or edit employee data.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP HR expert for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement the necessary solutions to resolve it.