How To Fix HRPAY99_HR_PAYROLL003 - The infotype 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: 003

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

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPAY99_HR_PAYROLL003 - The infotype number from the first infotype record is missing ?

  The SAP error message HRPAY99_HR_PAYROLL003 indicates that there is an issue with the infotype records in the payroll process. Specifically, the error states that the infotype number from the first infotype record is missing. This typically occurs during payroll processing when the system expects to find a valid infotype record but cannot locate it.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Infotype Data: The most common cause is that the required infotype data (such as personal data, organizational assignment, or payroll-related infotypes) is missing for the employee being processed.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be issues with the configuration of the payroll schema or the infotype definitions.
  Data Inconsistencies: There could be inconsistencies in the employee master data, such as missing or incorrectly maintained infotype records.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user executing the payroll may not have the necessary authorizations to access the required infotype data.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Infotype Records: 
  
  Use transaction code PA20 or PA30 to check the infotype records for the employee in question. Ensure that the necessary infotypes (e.g., 0000, 0001, 0002, etc.) are present and correctly maintained.
  If any infotype is missing, you may need to create or update it.
  
  
  
  Review Payroll Configuration:
  
  Check the payroll schema and ensure that it is correctly configured to read the necessary infotypes.
  Verify that the infotype numbers are correctly defined in the payroll processing logic.
  
  
  
  Data Consistency Check:
  
  Run consistency checks on the employee master data to identify any discrepancies or missing information.
  Use transaction PU03 to perform a consistency check on the infotypes.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that the user executing the payroll has the necessary authorizations to access the infotype data.
  Review the user roles and profiles to confirm that they include access to the relevant infotypes.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to this specific error message for additional troubleshooting steps 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 (e.g., 0000 for Actions, 0001 for Organizational Assignment).
  Payroll Processing: Payroll in SAP HR involves various infotypes that must be correctly maintained for accurate calculations. Missing or incorrect infotype data can lead to errors during payroll runs.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or fixes related to this error message. You can search for relevant notes in the SAP Support Portal.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue causing the HRPAY99_HR_PAYROLL003 error message.