How To Fix HRBEN00TREEREPORTS031 - Infotype 0001 could not be read for person &1 on &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 031

• Message text: Infotype 0001 could not be read for person &1 on &2

Translators: Almost identical to message HRBEN00FMODULES 187

What causes this issue?

This error can be caused by any of the following reasons:
No <ZK>Organizational Assignment</> (infotype 0001) record exists for
the person &V1& on &V2&.
You do not have the necessary authorization to read the infotype
record.
A system error occured when trying to read 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?

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRBEN00TREEREPORTS031 - Infotype 0001 could not be read for person &1 on &2 ?

  The SAP error message HRBEN00TREEREPORTS031 indicates that the system is unable to read Infotype 0001 (Organizational Assignment) for a specific person on a given date. This error typically arises in the context of HR (Human Resources) modules when trying to access employee data.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Data: The employee record may not have been created properly, or the Infotype 0001 may not have been maintained for the specified date.
  Incorrect Date: The date specified in the report may not fall within the validity period of the Infotype 0001.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to view the employee's data.
  Data Consistency Issues: There may be inconsistencies in the database, such as missing entries or corrupted data.
  Employee Status: The employee might be inactive or terminated, which could affect the availability of their data.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Infotype Data: Use transaction code PA20 or PA30 to check if Infotype 0001 exists for the employee in question. Ensure that the data is maintained correctly for the specified date.
  Verify Date: Ensure that the date you are querying falls within the validity period of the Infotype 0001. If necessary, adjust the date to a valid range.
  Review Authorizations: Check if the user has the necessary authorizations to access the employee's data. This can be done by reviewing the user's roles and authorizations in the system.
  Data Consistency Check: Run consistency checks on the HR data to identify and resolve any inconsistencies. This may involve using transaction codes like PU01 or PU12.
  Employee Status: Verify the employment status of the employee. If the employee is inactive or terminated, check if the report is designed to handle such cases.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Infotype 0001: This infotype contains essential information about an employee's organizational assignment, including their position, organizational unit, and other related data.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as:
  
  PA20: Display HR Master Data
  PA30: Maintain HR Master Data
  SE16: Data Browser to check underlying database tables.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. You can search for the error message number in the SAP Support Portal.
  HR Module Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to the HR module for further insights into managing employee data and troubleshooting common issues.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, it may be necessary to consult with your SAP support team or a technical consultant for further investigation.