How To Fix HR99S00_PENALTIES001 - Infotype has status type Obsolete; infotype record will be deleted

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HR99S00_PENALTIES - Message Class for Infotype 0860

• Message number: 001

• Message text: Infotype has status type Obsolete; infotype record will be deleted

What causes this issue?

The <DS:DE.P_99S_SASTA>statut type</> that you defined in table
V_T5F99P1 is either valid or obsolete

System Response

The system sends a warning message asking you if you want to delete your
infotype.

How to fix this error?

Press Enter if you want to confirm the deletion, otherwise cancel it.

Procedure for System Administrators

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HR99S00_PENALTIES001 - Infotype has status type Obsolete; infotype record will be deleted ?

  The SAP error message HR99S00_PENALTIES001 indicates that the infotype you are trying to access or modify has a status type of "Obsolete." This means that the infotype record is no longer valid or relevant in the current context, and as a result, the system is set to delete it.
  Cause:
  
  Obsolete Infotype: The infotype in question has been marked as obsolete, which typically happens when the data it contains is no longer needed or has been replaced by a newer version.
  Data Migration or Cleanup: This can occur during data migration processes or regular data cleanup activities where outdated records are removed from the system.
  Configuration Changes: Changes in the configuration of the HR module or updates to the infotype definitions may lead to certain infotypes being marked as obsolete.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Infotype Status: Review the status of the infotype in the SAP system. You can do this by navigating to the relevant infotype in the SAP HR module and checking its configuration.
  Data Review: If the infotype is obsolete, determine if the data it contains is still needed. If it is, you may need to create a new record in a different infotype that is active and relevant.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to the SAP documentation or your organization's HR data management policies to understand the implications of the obsolete status and the appropriate actions to take.
  Data Migration: If this is part of a data migration process, ensure that all necessary data has been migrated to the new infotype or structure before the obsolete records are deleted.
  Contact Support: If you are unsure about the implications of this error or how to proceed, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or a consultant who specializes in SAP HR.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Infotypes: In SAP HR, infotypes are used to store employee-related data. Each infotype has a specific purpose and can be configured to meet organizational needs.
  Obsolete Status: An infotype marked as obsolete may still exist in the database but is not intended for use in current operations. It is important to manage these records carefully to avoid data integrity issues.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional context or solutions related to this error message.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to address the issue related to the HR99S00_PENALTIES001 error message effectively.