How To Fix 5ORA018 - No default value for calendar days because infotype (&1) does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 5ORA - Messages for Country Version for Austria

• Message number: 018

• Message text: No default value for calendar days because infotype (&1) does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 5ORA018 - No default value for calendar days because infotype (&1) does not exist ?

  The SAP error message "5ORA018 No default value for calendar days because infotype (&1) does not exist" typically occurs in the context of SAP HR (Human Resources) or SAP Payroll when the system is trying to access a specific infotype that is not defined or does not exist in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Infotype: The specified infotype (indicated by &1 in the error message) is not defined in the system. This could be due to configuration issues or because the infotype has not been created or activated.
  Incorrect Configuration: The system may be configured to use a specific infotype that is not available in the current client or has not been properly set up.
  Data Migration Issues: If data has been migrated from another system, there may be inconsistencies or missing infotypes that were not properly transferred.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Infotype Configuration:
  
  Go to the SAP HR infotype configuration (transaction code SPRO).
  Navigate to the relevant section for infotype configuration and check if the infotype in question exists.
  If it does not exist, you may need to create it or ensure that it is activated.
  
  
  
  Review Customizations:
  
  If your organization has custom infotypes, ensure that they are correctly defined and activated in the system.
  Check if any recent changes were made to the infotype configuration that could have led to this issue.
  
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the infotype. Lack of proper authorizations can sometimes lead to similar error messages.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to the specific infotype to understand its purpose and any prerequisites for its use.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists and you cannot identify the cause, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance. They may provide insights or patches if it is a known issue.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Infotypes: Infotypes are data structures in SAP HR that store specific types of employee-related information (e.g., personal data, payroll data, etc.). Each infotype has a unique number and is used to manage HR data.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data) and PA20 (Display HR Master Data) to check the existence of infotypes for specific employees.
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to the specific infotype or error message for additional troubleshooting steps or known issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.