How To Fix HRPAYBR99014 - Error reading infotype &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPAYBR99 - Payroll General Messages

• Message number: 014

• Message text: Error reading infotype &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPAYBR99014 - Error reading infotype &1 ?

  The SAP error message HRPAYBR99014, which states "Error reading infotype &1," typically occurs in the context of the SAP Human Capital Management (HCM) module, particularly in Brazil's payroll processing. This error indicates that the system encountered an issue while trying to read a specific infotype (a data structure used to store employee-related information) during payroll processing or reporting.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Infotype Data: The specified infotype (&1) may not have been maintained for the employee in question. This could happen if the infotype was never created or if it was deleted.
  Incorrect Infotype Configuration: There may be issues with the configuration of the infotype, such as incorrect settings or missing dependencies.
  Authorization Issues: The user executing the payroll process may not have the necessary authorizations to access the infotype data.
  Data Consistency Issues: There could be inconsistencies in the database or issues with the data model that prevent the system from reading the infotype correctly.
  Technical Issues: There may be underlying technical issues, such as database connectivity problems or system performance issues.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Infotype Data: Verify that the infotype specified in the error message is correctly maintained for the employee. You can do this by using transaction codes like PA20 (Display HR Master Data) or PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data).
  Review Configuration: Ensure that the infotype is properly configured in the system. Check the configuration settings in the IMG (Implementation Guide) under the relevant HCM area.
  Authorization Check: Confirm that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the infotype. This can be done by reviewing the user's roles and authorizations.
  Data Consistency Check: Run consistency checks on the HR data to identify and resolve any inconsistencies. This can be done using transaction codes like PU00 (HR Data Consistency Check).
  Consult Logs: Check the application logs (transaction SLG1) for more detailed error messages that may provide additional context about the issue.
  Contact Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal IT team for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Infotypes: Infotypes are used in SAP HCM to store various types of employee data, such as personal information, payroll data, and organizational assignments.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes for HR data maintenance, such as PA20, PA30, and PA40 (for actions).
  SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues related to this error message.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the HRPAYBR99014 error and implement a solution to resolve it.