How To Fix HRPADARINFOTYPES054 - Employment contract not found in infotype 16 for date &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPADARINFOTYPES - Infotypes Argentina

• Message number: 054

• Message text: Employment contract not found in infotype 16 for date &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPADARINFOTYPES054 - Employment contract not found in infotype 16 for date &1 ?

  The SAP error message HRPADARINFOTYPES054 indicates that the system could not find an employment contract in infotype 16 (Contract Elements) for the specified date. This error typically arises in the context of HR (Human Resources) processes, particularly when dealing with employee data and contract management.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Data: The employment contract may not have been created for the employee in infotype 16 for the specified date.
  Incorrect Date: The date provided may not correspond to any existing records in infotype 16.
  Data Deletion: The record may have been deleted or not yet created due to a delay in data entry.
  Incorrect Personnel Number: The personnel number used in the transaction may be incorrect or not associated with the expected employment contract.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Infotype 16: Use transaction code PA20 or PA30 to check the infotype 16 records for the employee. Ensure that there is a valid employment contract for the specified date.
  Create or Update Record: If the record is missing, you may need to create a new entry in infotype 16 for the employee. Ensure that the start date of the contract aligns with the date you are querying.
  Verify Date: Double-check the date you are using in the transaction. Make sure it falls within the validity period of the employment contract.
  Personnel Number Verification: Ensure that you are using the correct personnel number and that it corresponds to the employee you are trying to access.
  Consult with HR Team: If you are unsure about the employment contract details, consult with your HR team or the person responsible for maintaining employee records.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Infotype 16 (Contract Elements): This infotype stores information about the employment contract, including start and end dates, contract type, and other relevant details.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as PA20 (Display HR Master Data) and PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data) for accessing and managing employee records.
  Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to view or edit infotype records in SAP.
  
  If the issue persists after checking these aspects, it may be necessary to involve your SAP support team or a technical consultant to investigate further.