How To Fix HRPAY99_HR_PAYROLL002 - The personnel number from the first infotype record is missing

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPAY99_HR_PAYROLL - Messages for the environment of HR_PAYROLL

• Message number: 002

• Message text: The personnel number from the first infotype record is missing

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPAY99_HR_PAYROLL002 - The personnel number from the first infotype record is missing ?

  The SAP error message HRPAY99_HR_PAYROLL002 indicates that there is a problem with the personnel number in the payroll processing. Specifically, it means that the personnel number from the first infotype record is missing, which is essential for the payroll process to function correctly.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Personnel Number: The most common cause of this error is that the personnel number is not populated in the first infotype record for the employee in question. This could happen due to data entry errors or incomplete data migration.
  Incorrect Infotype Configuration: If the infotype configuration is not set up correctly, it may lead to missing or incorrect data.
  Data Consistency Issues: There may be inconsistencies in the employee master data, such as missing infotypes or incorrect relationships between infotypes.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Infotype Records:
  
  Go to the employee's master data (Transaction PA30).
  Check the infotype records for the employee and ensure that the personnel number is correctly populated in the first infotype (usually Infotype 0000 - Actions).
  If the personnel number is missing, you will need to enter it.
  
  
  
  Review Data Entry:
  
  Ensure that all required fields are filled out correctly during data entry.
  If the data was migrated from another system, verify that the migration process included all necessary fields.
  
  
  
  Correct Infotype Configuration:
  
  If the infotype configuration is incorrect, you may need to adjust the settings in the SAP system. This typically requires access to the configuration settings (Transaction SPRO).
  Consult with your SAP HR functional consultant to ensure that the infotypes are configured correctly.
  
  
  
  Run Consistency Checks:
  
  Use transaction PU01 or PU03 to run consistency checks on the employee data to identify any discrepancies or missing information.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to this error message for any specific guidance or patches that may address the issue.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Infotypes: Infotypes are data structures in SAP HR that store specific types of information about employees. Each infotype has a unique number and is used to manage various aspects of employee data.
  Personnel Number: This is a unique identifier assigned to each employee in the SAP system. It is crucial for all HR-related processes, including payroll.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or updates related to this error message. You can search for relevant notes in the SAP Support Portal.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be necessary to involve your SAP support team or a consultant with expertise in SAP HR to further investigate the problem.