How To Fix HRBEN00TREEREPORTS012 - You cannot create infotype & from & - &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRBEN00TREEREPORTS - Error Messages for Benefits - Tree Display

• Message number: 012

• Message text: You cannot create infotype & from & - &

TRANSLATORS: Almost identical to message 014

What causes this issue?

The system could not create infotype &V1& from &V2& to &V3&. This is
due to one of the following reasons:
You do not have the necessary authorization to create the infotype
record.
A system error occured when trying to create the infotype record.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRBEN00TREEREPORTS012 - You cannot create infotype & from & - & ?

  The SAP error message HRBEN00TREEREPORTS012, which states "You cannot create infotype & from & - &," typically occurs in the context of Human Resources (HR) and Benefits Administration when there is an attempt to create or modify an infotype (a specific type of data record in SAP HR) that is not allowed due to certain constraints.
  Cause:
  
  Infotype Locking: The infotype you are trying to create may be locked for editing due to existing records or because it is not allowed to be created in the current context (e.g., the employee's status).
  Date Constraints: The date range specified for the infotype may not be valid. For example, if you are trying to create an infotype with a start date that overlaps with an existing infotype that does not allow overlaps.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to create or modify the specified infotype.
  Configuration Settings: The infotype may be configured in such a way that it cannot be created under certain conditions (e.g., specific employee groups or statuses).
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Existing Infotypes: Review the existing infotypes for the employee to ensure that there are no conflicts with the dates or types of records that are already present.
  Verify Dates: Ensure that the start and end dates you are trying to use for the new infotype do not overlap with existing records and are within the valid range.
  Authorization Check: Confirm that the user has the necessary permissions to create or modify the infotype. This may involve checking user roles and authorizations in the SAP system.
  Consult Configuration: If you have access to the configuration settings, check the infotype settings in the SAP HR module to see if there are any restrictions that apply to the creation of the infotype in question.
  Use Transaction Codes: Utilize transaction codes like PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data) to check the infotype records and PA20 (Display HR Master Data) to view existing records.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Infotypes: Infotypes are data structures in SAP HR that store specific types of information about employees, such as personal data, payroll data, and benefits.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes for HR data management, such as PA30, PA20, and others.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes and Knowledge Base Articles for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation for HR and Benefits Administration for more detailed information on infotypes and their management.
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in SAP HR.