How To Fix 5Z842 - Infotype & does not exist for reference personnel number &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 5Z - IS-HR/PSG Public Sector Payroll - Germany

• Message number: 842

• Message text: Infotype & does not exist for reference personnel number &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 5Z842 - Infotype & does not exist for reference personnel number & ?

  The SAP error message 5Z842 indicates that a specific infotype does not exist for the reference personnel number provided. This error typically occurs in the context of HR (Human Resources) modules when trying to access or manipulate employee data.
  Cause:
  
  
  Missing Infotype: The specified infotype (e.g., 0001 for Organizational Assignment, 0002 for Personal Data, etc.) does not exist for the personnel number you are referencing. This could be due to:
  
  The infotype has not been created for that personnel number.
  The infotype has been deleted or is not valid for the given personnel number.
  The personnel number is incorrect or does not exist in the system.
  
  
  
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be configuration issues in the system that prevent the infotype from being recognized.
  
  
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or modify the infotype for the specified personnel number.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Personnel Number: Verify that the personnel number you are using is correct and exists in the system. You can do this by using transaction codes like PA20 (Display HR Master Data) or PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data).
  
  
  Check Infotype Existence: Use transaction code PA30 to check if the specific infotype exists for the personnel number. If it does not exist, you may need to create it using the appropriate transaction (e.g., PA30 for maintaining infotypes).
  
  
  Create or Maintain Infotype: If the infotype is missing, you can create it by using the appropriate transaction code (e.g., PA30) and entering the necessary data.
  
  
  Review Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the infotype for the personnel number. This may involve checking user roles and authorizations in transaction code PFCG.
  
  
  Consult with HR Team: If you are unsure about the infotype or personnel number, consult with your HR team or SAP support team for further assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Infotypes: Infotypes are data structures in SAP HR that store specific types of employee-related information. Each infotype has a unique number (e.g., 0001, 0002) and is used to manage different aspects of employee data.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as PA20 (Display HR Master Data), PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data), and PA40 (Personnel Actions) for managing employee data.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. You can search for relevant notes in the SAP Support Portal.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message 5Z842 and ensure that the necessary infotype exists for the specified personnel number.