How To Fix HRHCP00_COLLECTION020 - Internal error in data collection; data record not found

HRHCP00_COLLECTION020 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRHCP00_COLLECTION - Messages About Collecting Personnel Cost Planning Data

• Message number: 020

• Message text: Internal error in data collection; data record not found

What causes this issue?

An internal error occurred in the method for collecting employee data.
Although a relevant entry exists in the table for indirect valuation,
the system could not find an entry with start date &V1& and end date
&V2& in internal table &V3&.

System Response

The system does not continue to process the data record.

How to fix this error?

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

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

HRHCP00_COLLECTION020 - Details

• The SAP error message HRHCP00_COLLECTION020 indicates an internal error in data collection, specifically stating that a data record was not found. This error typically occurs in the context of SAP Human Capital Management (HCM) when the system is trying to collect or process data related to employee records, payroll, or other HR-related functions.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Data Records: The most common cause is that the system is trying to access a data record that does not exist in the database. This could be due to data deletion, incorrect data entry, or a failure in data migration.
  
  Configuration Issues: Incorrect configuration settings in the HCM module can lead to the system not being able to find the necessary data records.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to access certain data records, leading to this error.
  System Bugs: There may be bugs or issues in the specific version of SAP you are using