How To Fix HRBAS00CUST003 - The selected infotype does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRBAS00CUST - HR: Customizing Checks

• Message number: 003

• Message text: The selected infotype does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRBAS00CUST003 - The selected infotype does not exist ?

  The SAP error message HRBAS00CUST003 indicates that the selected infotype does not exist in the system. This error typically occurs in the Human Resources (HR) module when trying to access or manipulate an infotype that has not been defined or is not available in the current configuration.
  Causes:
  
  Infotype Not Defined: The infotype you are trying to access has not been created or configured in the system.
  Incorrect Infotype Number: The infotype number entered may be incorrect or mistyped.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the infotype.
  Client-Specific Configuration: The infotype may exist in another client but not in the current client you are working in.
  Transport Issues: If the infotype was recently transported from another system, it may not have been properly imported.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Infotype Configuration:
  
  Go to transaction code PM01 (for infotype maintenance) or SPRO (for configuration) and verify if the infotype exists.
  If it does not exist, you may need to create it or ensure it is properly configured.
  
  
  
  Verify Infotype Number:
  
  Double-check the infotype number you are trying to access. Ensure it is correct and corresponds to an existing infotype.
  
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the infotype. You can check this using transaction SU53 after the error occurs to see if there are any authorization issues.
  
  
  
  Client-Specific Issues:
  
  If you are working in a development or test client, ensure that the infotype has been transported to that client. You can check the transport logs or consult with your Basis team.
  
  
  
  Transport Issues:
  
  If the infotype was recently transported, check with your Basis team to ensure that the transport was successful and that all necessary objects were included.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Infotypes: Infotypes are data structures in SAP HR that store specific types of information about employees (e.g., personal data, payroll data, etc.).
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data), PA20 (Display HR Master Data), and PM01 (Infotype Maintenance).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to the specific infotype or error message.
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or refer to SAP documentation for further troubleshooting.