How To Fix HREG_PA01006 - No previous employer data; please maintain infotype 23

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HREG_PA01 - Egypt: Message class for PA

• Message number: 006

• Message text: No previous employer data; please maintain infotype 23

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HREG_PA01006 - No previous employer data; please maintain infotype 23 ?

  The SAP error message HREG_PA01006 indicates that there is no previous employer data available for the employee in question, and it prompts the user to maintain infotype 23 (which is related to previous employer data). This error typically arises during processes that require historical employment information, such as payroll processing or employee data updates.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Data: The employee's infotype 23 (Previous Employers) has not been maintained or is incomplete. This infotype is used to store information about the employee's previous employers, which is often required for various HR processes.
  Data Entry Error: There may have been an oversight during data entry, leading to the absence of required previous employer information.
  System Configuration: The system may be configured in a way that mandates previous employer data for certain processes, and if this data is not present, the error will occur.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Maintain Infotype 23:
  
  Navigate to the infotype 23 for the employee in question. This can typically be done through transaction code PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data).
  Enter the employee's personnel number and select infotype 23.
  Add the necessary previous employer data, including details such as the employer's name, employment period, and any other required fields.
  Save the changes.
  
  
  
  Check for Data Consistency: Ensure that all required fields in infotype 23 are filled out correctly and that there are no inconsistencies in the data.
  
  
  Review Configuration Settings: If the error persists, review the configuration settings in the SAP system to determine if there are specific requirements for maintaining previous employer data. This may involve consulting with your SAP HR module configuration team.
  
  
  User Training: Ensure that users responsible for maintaining employee data are trained on the importance of infotype 23 and how to properly enter previous employer information.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Infotype 23 (Previous Employers): This infotype is used to record details about an employee's previous employment history. It is important for various HR processes, including payroll, benefits eligibility, and compliance with labor regulations.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as:
  
  PA30: Maintain HR Master Data
  PA20: Display HR Master Data
  PA40: Personnel Actions
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on infotype 23 and its fields, as well as best practices for maintaining employee data.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message HREG_PA01006 and ensure that the necessary previous employer data is maintained in the system.