How To Fix HRPANLPR_EN004 - For period &1 - &2 an infotype 0001 record is missing.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPANLPR_EN - Pension Return NL

• Message number: 004

• Message text: For period &1 - &2 an infotype 0001 record is missing.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPANLPR_EN004 - For period &1 - &2 an infotype 0001 record is missing. ?

  The SAP error message HRPANLPR_EN004 indicates that for a specified period (denoted by &1 and &2), a record in infotype 0001 (which is the Organizational Assignment infotype) is missing. This infotype is crucial for various HR processes, including payroll, as it contains essential information about an employee's organizational assignment, such as their position, department, and other relevant details.
  Cause:
  
  
  Missing Infotype Record: The most common cause of this error is that the employee does not have a valid record in infotype 0001 for the specified period. This could happen if:
  
  The employee was not assigned to an organizational unit during that time.
  The infotype record was not created or was deleted.
  The record was created but not saved properly.
  
  
  
  Incorrect Date Range: The specified period may not align with the employee's assignment dates. For example, if the employee was hired after the start date of the period, there would be no record for that time.
  
  
  Data Migration Issues: If data was migrated from another system, there may have been issues that resulted in missing records.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Infotype 0001: 
  
  Go to the employee's master data (transaction code PA30).
  Check infotype 0001 for the employee and verify if there is a record for the specified period.
  If there is no record, you will need to create one for the relevant dates.
  
  
  
  Create or Update Record:
  
  If the record is missing, create a new entry in infotype 0001 with the correct organizational assignment details for the specified period.
  Ensure that the start and end dates of the record cover the entire period in question.
  
  
  
  Review Date Ranges: 
  
  Ensure that the date ranges you are using for the payroll or reporting process are correct and that they align with the employee's assignment dates.
  
  
  
  Consult with HR Team: If you are unsure about the correct data to enter, consult with your HR team or the person responsible for maintaining employee records.
  
  
  Check for Data Migration Issues: If this is a new issue after a data migration, review the migration process to ensure all necessary records were transferred correctly.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Infotype 0001: This infotype is critical for employee management in SAP HR. It includes fields such as employee's personnel area, employee group, and position.
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  PA30: To view and maintain infotype records.
  PA20: To display infotype records.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address specific issues related to this error message or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the HRPANLPR_EN004 error and ensure that the necessary infotype records are in place for the payroll or reporting processes.