How To Fix HREIC002 - Error reading infotype 0001

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HREIC - EIC Messages

• Message number: 002

• Message text: Error reading infotype 0001

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HREIC002 - Error reading infotype 0001 ?

  The SAP error message HREIC002, which indicates "Error reading infotype 0001," typically occurs in the context of Human Resources (HR) data management. Infotype 0001 is the Organizational Assignment infotype, which contains essential information about an employee's position, organizational unit, and other related data.
  Causes of HREIC002
  
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies or missing data in the infotype records for the employee in question.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the infotype data.
  Technical Issues: There could be a problem with the underlying database or the SAP system itself, such as a corrupted data record.
  Incorrect Employee Number: The employee number being referenced may not exist or may have been incorrectly entered.
  Infotype Not Maintained: The infotype 0001 may not have been maintained for the employee, leading to an inability to read the data.
  
  Solutions to HREIC002
  
  
  Check Employee Data: Verify that the employee number is correct and that the infotype 0001 has been maintained for that employee. You can do this by using transaction code PA20 (Display HR Master Data) or PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data).
  
  
  Review Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the infotype data. This can be checked with the help of your SAP security team.
  
  
  Data Consistency Check: Run a consistency check on the HR data to identify any inconsistencies or missing records. This can be done using transaction code PA03 (Maintain HR Master Data) or through specific reports designed for data consistency checks.
  
  
  Database Check: If you suspect a technical issue, consult your SAP Basis team to check the database for any corruption or issues that may be affecting data retrieval.
  
  
  Error Logs: Check the system logs (transaction code SLG1) for any additional error messages or details that could provide more context about the issue.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address this specific error or provide patches or updates that could resolve the issue.
  
  
  Related Information
  
  Infotype 0001: This infotype is crucial for employee management as it contains data about the employee's organizational assignment, including their position, job, and organizational unit.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as PA20, PA30, and PA03 for managing HR master data.
  SAP Support: If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the HREIC002 error effectively.