How To Fix HCNUSAC_MSG_NEW338 - Country Grouping &1 does not have Infotype &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HCNUSAC_MSG_NEW - Message Class for SASAC Report Management Tool

• Message number: 338

• Message text: Country Grouping &1 does not have Infotype &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HCNUSAC_MSG_NEW338 - Country Grouping &1 does not have Infotype &2 ?

  The SAP error message HCNUSAC_MSG_NEW338 indicates that there is a configuration issue related to the country grouping and infotype in the SAP system. This error typically arises when the system is trying to access an infotype that is not defined for the specified country grouping.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Infotype Configuration: The specified infotype (e.g., 0001 for Organizational Assignment, 0002 for Personal Data, etc.) is not configured for the country grouping that is being used.
  Incorrect Country Grouping: The country grouping assigned to the employee or the organizational unit may not match the infotype configuration.
  Data Entry Error: There may be a mistake in the data entry where the infotype is being accessed.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Infotype Configuration:
  
  Go to the SAP configuration (SPRO) and navigate to the relevant area for personnel administration.
  Check the infotype configuration for the specific country grouping. Ensure that the infotype in question is defined for that grouping.
  
  
  
  Verify Country Grouping:
  
  Check the employee's master data to confirm the country grouping assigned.
  Ensure that the country grouping is correct and corresponds to the infotype being accessed.
  
  
  
  Adjust Data Entry:
  
  If the error occurs during data entry, review the input data for any mistakes.
  Correct any discrepancies in the infotype or country grouping.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific details on the infotype and country grouping configurations.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the configurations, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Infotypes: Infotypes are data structures in SAP that store specific types of information about employees. Each infotype is associated with a specific function (e.g., personal data, payroll data).
  Country Grouping: This is a classification that determines the legal and regulatory framework applicable to employees in a specific country. It affects how infotypes are configured and used.
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data) or PA20 (Display HR Master Data) to check employee records and infotype assignments.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue related to the error message HCNUSAC_MSG_NEW338.