How To Fix HRPADOM016 - Employee has no dependents; Check Infotype 0021

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPADOM - Message class for Oman

• Message number: 016

• Message text: Employee has no dependents; Check Infotype 0021

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPADOM016 - Employee has no dependents; Check Infotype 0021 ?

  The SAP error message HRPADOM016 indicates that the employee does not have any dependents recorded in the system, which is checked in Infotype 0021 (Family/Related Person). This error typically arises during processes that require dependent information, such as payroll calculations, benefits administration, or when trying to generate reports that include dependent data.
  Cause:
  
  No Dependents Recorded: The primary cause of this error is that the employee does not have any dependents entered in Infotype 0021.
  Incorrect Data Entry: There may have been an oversight in entering the dependent information, or the data may have been deleted or not saved properly.
  Infotype Not Maintained: The infotype may not have been maintained for the employee, especially if they are new or if there have been recent changes in their status.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Infotype 0021:
  
  Navigate to the employee's record in SAP.
  Access Infotype 0021 (Family/Related Person) and verify if any dependents are listed.
  If there are no dependents, you will need to add them by clicking on the "Create" button and entering the necessary details.
  
  
  
  Add Dependents:
  
  If the employee has dependents, ensure that all required fields are filled out correctly.
  Save the changes after entering the dependent information.
  
  
  
  Review Employee Status:
  
  Ensure that the employee's status is active and that they are eligible for benefits that require dependent information.
  
  
  
  Consult with HR:
  
  If you are unsure about the dependent information or if there are specific policies regarding dependents, consult with your HR department for guidance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Infotype 0021: This infotype is used to maintain information about an employee's family members or dependents, which can be relevant for various HR processes.
  Dependent Information: This may include details such as the name, relationship, date of birth, and other relevant information about the dependents.
  SAP HR Module: Understanding the broader context of how the HR module works in SAP can help in troubleshooting similar issues in the future.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the HRPADOM016 error and ensure that the employee's dependent information is correctly recorded in the system.