How To Fix HRPAYAT_PA_IT_READER001 - Data reference cannot be created for infotype '&1'

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPAYAT_PA_IT_READER - Messages for Class CL_HRPAYAT_INFTY_READER

• Message number: 001

• Message text: Data reference cannot be created for infotype '&1'

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPAYAT_PA_IT_READER001 - Data reference cannot be created for infotype '&1' ?

  The SAP error message HRPAYAT_PA_IT_READER001 with the description "Data reference cannot be created for infotype '&1'" typically occurs in the context of HR (Human Resources) payroll processing. This error indicates that there is an issue with accessing or creating a data reference for a specific infotype in the payroll process.
  Causes:
  
  Infotype Not Defined: The specified infotype (&1) may not be defined in the system or may not be active for the employee in question.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the infotype data.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the payroll schema or in the infotype settings that prevent the system from creating a data reference.
  Data Inconsistencies: There could be inconsistencies or missing data in the infotype records for the employee.
  Technical Issues: There may be underlying technical issues, such as problems with the database or the application server.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Infotype Configuration:
  
  Verify that the infotype is correctly configured in the system. You can do this by checking the infotype settings in the SAP HR module.
  Ensure that the infotype is active for the employee in question.
  
  
  
  Review Authorizations:
  
  Check the user’s authorizations to ensure they have the necessary permissions to access the infotype data.
  
  
  
  Data Consistency Check:
  
  Perform a consistency check on the employee’s infotype records to ensure that all required fields are filled and that there are no missing entries.
  
  
  
  Debugging:
  
  If you have access to debugging tools, you can analyze the payroll schema and the specific function module that is generating the error to identify the root cause.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to the specific infotype and the error message for any known issues or patches.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Infotypes: Infotypes are data structures in SAP HR that store employee-related information. Each infotype has a specific purpose and is identified by a unique number (e.g., 0001 for Organizational Assignment).
  Payroll Schema: The payroll schema defines the rules and processes for calculating payroll in SAP. Issues in the schema can lead to errors in payroll processing.
  Authorization Objects: In SAP, authorization objects control access to various functions and data. Ensure that the user has the appropriate roles assigned.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue related to the HRPAYAT_PA_IT_READER001 error message.