How To Fix 5Y655 - No information existing in infotype &1 for date &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 5Y - Error messages for info-type Italian module pools

• Message number: 655

• Message text: No information existing in infotype &1 for date &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 5Y655 - No information existing in infotype &1 for date &2 ?

  The SAP error message 5Y655 ("No information existing in infotype &1 for date &2") typically occurs when you are trying to access or retrieve data from a specific infotype (a data structure in SAP HR) for a date where no records exist. This can happen in various scenarios, such as when you are trying to view employee data, run reports, or perform HR-related transactions.
  Cause:
  
  
  No Data Exists: The most common cause is that there are no records in the specified infotype for the given date. This could be due to:
  
  The infotype has not been maintained for that employee.
  The data was deleted or not yet created.
  The date you are querying is outside the validity period of the existing records.
  
  
  
  Incorrect Date: The date you are using may not correspond to any active records in the infotype.
  
  
  Authorization Issues: In some cases, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to view the data in the specified infotype.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Infotype Records:
  
  Use transaction code PA20 (Display HR Master Data) or PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data) to check if there are any records for the specified infotype and date.
  Ensure that the employee ID and infotype number are correct.
  
  
  
  Maintain Data:
  
  If no records exist, you may need to create or maintain the necessary data in the infotype using transaction PA30.
  
  
  
  Verify Date:
  
  Ensure that the date you are querying is within the validity period of the records. If you are looking for historical data, make sure that the records exist for that date.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  If you suspect authorization issues, check with your SAP security team to ensure you have the necessary permissions to view the infotype data.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help files related to the specific infotype for additional context on its usage and data requirements.
  
  
  
  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 the specific infotype or error message.
  
  If the problem persists after checking these areas, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in SAP HR.