How To Fix HRPAY99CALC741 - Error when reading infotype &1 (sy-subrc = &2)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPAY99CALC - Error Messages from International Payroll

• Message number: 741

• Message text: Error when reading infotype &1 (sy-subrc = &2)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPAY99CALC741 - Error when reading infotype &1 (sy-subrc = &2) ?

  The SAP error message HRPAY99CALC741 typically occurs in the context of payroll processing in the SAP Human Resources (HR) module. This error indicates that there was an issue when reading a specific infotype (the &1 placeholder represents the infotype number) during payroll calculation, and the sy-subrc value (&2) provides additional information about the error.
  Cause:
  
  Infotype Not Found: The specified infotype may not exist for the employee or may not be correctly maintained in the system.
  Authorization Issues: The user executing the payroll run may not have the necessary authorizations to read the specified infotype.
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies or missing data in the infotype records that prevent successful reading.
  Technical Issues: There could be a technical issue, such as a database error or a problem with the payroll schema.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Infotype Data:
  
  Use transaction code PA20 or PA30 to check if the infotype exists for the employee in question.
  Ensure that the infotype is correctly maintained and that all required fields are filled out.
  
  
  
  Review Authorizations:
  
  Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the infotype. This can be checked using transaction SU53 after the error occurs.
  
  
  
  Check Payroll Configuration:
  
  Review the payroll schema and rules to ensure that they are correctly configured to read the infotype.
  Make sure that the infotype is included in the payroll processing logic.
  
  
  
  Analyze the sy-subrc Value:
  
  The sy-subrc value can provide additional context about the error. Common values include:
  
  0: No error.
  4: No entries found.
  8: An error occurred.
  
  
  Based on the value, you can take further action to resolve the issue.
  
  
  
  Debugging:
  
  If the issue persists, consider debugging the payroll program to identify where the error occurs. This may require technical expertise.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP Notes or documentation related to the specific infotype and payroll processing for any known issues or updates.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Infotypes: Infotypes are data structures in SAP HR that store employee-related information. Each infotype has a specific number (e.g., 0001 for Organizational Assignment).
  Payroll Processing: Payroll in SAP HR involves various calculations and data retrieval from infotypes to determine employee compensation.
  SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide patches.
  
  If the problem continues after following these steps, it may be necessary to involve your SAP support team or consult with an SAP HR expert for further assistance.