How To Fix HRPAD99_EVE017 - Infotype &1 is invalid or does not exist for employee &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPAD99_EVE - Messages for EVE

• Message number: 017

• Message text: Infotype &1 is invalid or does not exist for employee &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPAD99_EVE017 - Infotype &1 is invalid or does not exist for employee &2 ?

  The SAP error message HRPAD99_EVE017 indicates that there is an issue with an infotype for a specific employee in the Human Resources module. The message states that the specified infotype (&1) is either invalid or does not exist for the employee (&2). Here’s a breakdown of the cause, potential solutions, and related information:
  Cause
  
  Invalid Infotype: The infotype specified in the error message may not be valid in the context of the employee's data. This could happen if the infotype number is incorrect or if it has been deactivated.
  Missing Infotype Record: The employee may not have a record for the specified infotype. This can occur if the infotype has not been created or if it has been deleted.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or modify the specified infotype for the employee.
  Data Consistency Issues: There may be inconsistencies in the employee's data, such as missing or incorrect entries in related infotypes.
  
  Solution
  
  
  Check Infotype Validity:
  
  Verify that the infotype number specified in the error message is correct and valid for the employee's personnel area and employee group.
  Use transaction code PA20 (Display HR Master Data) or PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data) to check if the infotype exists for the employee.
  
  
  
  Create or Update Infotype Record:
  
  If the infotype does not exist, you may need to create it using transaction code PA30.
  If the infotype exists but is incomplete or incorrect, update the record as necessary.
  
  
  
  Review Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the appropriate authorizations to access and modify the infotype for the employee. This can be checked in transaction code SU53 or by consulting with your security team.
  
  
  
  Check for Data Consistency:
  
  Review related infotypes to ensure that there are no inconsistencies that could affect the validity of the specified infotype.
  Use transaction code PU00 to check for inconsistencies in the HR master data.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific details about the infotype in question and its requirements.
  
  
  
  Related Information
  
  Infotypes: Infotypes are data structures in SAP HR that store specific types of information about employees (e.g., personal data, payroll data, etc.). Each infotype has a unique number.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as PA20, PA30, and PU00 for managing HR data.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to the error message. You can search for notes in the SAP Support Portal.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant specializing in SAP HR.