How To Fix HRPADRUINFOTYPES105 - Parameter zero for calculated seniority is not permitted

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPADRUINFOTYPES - HR-RU PAD Messages

• Message number: 105

• Message text: Parameter zero for calculated seniority is not permitted

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPADRUINFOTYPES105 - Parameter zero for calculated seniority is not permitted ?

  The SAP error message HRPADRUINFOTYPES105 indicates that there is an issue with the calculation of seniority in the HR module, specifically related to the parameters being passed to the calculation function. The error message states that a parameter value of zero is not permitted for the calculated seniority.
  Cause:
  
  
  Invalid Input Data: The most common cause of this error is that the system is trying to calculate seniority based on input data that is either missing or incorrectly configured. This could be due to:
  
  Missing employee records or infotypes that are required for the calculation.
  Incorrectly configured date fields (e.g., start date, end date) that result in a zero value for seniority.
  An employee's record may not have the necessary historical data to calculate seniority.
  
  
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues in the configuration of the seniority calculation logic in the system, such as:
  
  Incorrect settings in the relevant infotypes (e.g., infotype 0000, 0001, 0002).
  Custom logic or enhancements that are not handling certain cases properly.
  
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Employee Data: Verify that the employee records have all the necessary infotypes filled out correctly. Ensure that:
  
  The start date of employment is correctly entered.
  There are no gaps in the employment history that would lead to a zero calculation.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration: Check the configuration settings related to seniority calculations in the SAP system. This may involve:
  
  Reviewing the settings in the relevant infotypes.
  Ensuring that the calculation logic is correctly implemented and does not allow for zero values.
  
  
  
  Debugging: If the issue persists, consider debugging the program or function module that is responsible for the seniority calculation. This may require the assistance of an ABAP developer to trace the logic and identify where the zero value is being introduced.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Review SAP documentation or notes related to this error message for any specific guidance or patches that may address the issue.
  
  
  Testing: After making any changes, conduct thorough testing to ensure that the seniority calculation works correctly for various employee scenarios.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Infotypes: Familiarize yourself with the relevant infotypes that are involved in the seniority calculation, such as:
  
  Infotype 0000 (Actions)
  Infotype 0001 (Organizational Assignment)
  Infotype 0002 (Personal Data)
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes that may provide additional insights or solutions related to this error message.
  
  
  Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP support team for further assistance.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.