How To Fix HREFIGB049 - Inconsistent state; failed to find a record in table T5GEFDATA for key &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HREFIGB - Messages for Electronic-Filing

• Message number: 049

• Message text: Inconsistent state; failed to find a record in table T5GEFDATA for key &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HREFIGB049 - Inconsistent state; failed to find a record in table T5GEFDATA for key &1 ?

  The SAP error message HREFIGB049 indicates that there is an inconsistency in the system, specifically that the system failed to find a record in the table T5GEFDATA for a given key. This typically occurs in the context of HR (Human Resources) or payroll processing, where the system expects certain data to be present in the database but cannot find it.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Data: The most common cause is that the expected record in the T5GEFDATA table is missing. This could be due to data not being created or saved properly.
  Data Deletion: The record may have been deleted or not yet created due to a process that was not completed.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the HR module that prevent the proper creation of records.
  Transport Issues: If changes were transported from one system to another (e.g., from development to production), there may have been issues with the transport that led to missing data.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Data Existence: Use transaction codes like SE11 (Data Dictionary) or SE16 (Data Browser) to check if the record exists in the T5GEFDATA table for the specified key.
  Recreate Missing Records: If the record is missing, you may need to recreate it. This could involve running a specific transaction or program that populates the necessary data.
  Review Configuration: Check the configuration settings in the HR module to ensure that everything is set up correctly. This may involve reviewing the infotypes and their relationships.
  Check for Transport Issues: If the issue arose after a transport, verify that all necessary objects were included in the transport request and that they were successfully imported.
  Consult Documentation: Review SAP notes and documentation related to the specific error message for any additional guidance or patches that may be available.
  Debugging: If you have access to debugging tools, you can trace the program execution to identify where the failure occurs and why the record is not being found.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address this specific error message or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data), PA20 (Display HR Master Data), and others that may help in managing HR data.
  HR Module Documentation: Review the HR module documentation for insights into how data is managed and the implications of missing records.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be necessary to involve your SAP Basis or HR support team for further investigation.