How To Fix HRPAYCH_ELM40061 - Error in reading of infotype &1 for personnel number &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPAYCH_ELM40 - Messages for Withholding Tax

• Message number: 061

• Message text: Error in reading of infotype &1 for personnel number &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPAYCH_ELM40061 - Error in reading of infotype &1 for personnel number &2 ?

  The SAP error message HRPAYCH_ELM40061 indicates that there is an issue with reading a specific infotype for a given personnel number in the Human Resources (HR) module. This error typically arises in the context of payroll processing or when accessing employee data.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Infotype Data: The specified infotype (indicated by &1) may not exist for the personnel number (indicated by &2). This can happen if the infotype has not been maintained or if the employee record is incomplete.
  Incorrect Personnel Number: The personnel number provided may be incorrect or does not exist in the system.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the infotype data for the specified personnel number.
  Data Consistency Issues: There may be inconsistencies or errors in the database that prevent the system from reading the infotype correctly.
  Technical Issues: There could be underlying technical issues, such as database locks or system performance problems.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Infotype Data: Verify that the infotype specified in the error message exists for the personnel number. You can do this by using transaction code PA20 (Display HR Master Data) or PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data) to check if the infotype is maintained.
  Verify Personnel Number: Ensure that the personnel number is correct and exists in the system. You can search for the employee using transaction PA20 or PA30.
  Review Authorizations: Check if the user has the necessary authorizations to access the infotype for the specified personnel number. This may require coordination with your SAP security team.
  Data Consistency Check: Run consistency checks on the HR data to identify and resolve any inconsistencies. This may involve using transaction codes like PU00 (HR Data Consistency Check) or other relevant tools.
  Consult Technical Support: If the issue persists, it may be necessary to consult with your SAP Basis or technical support team to investigate any underlying technical issues.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Infotypes: Infotypes are data structures in SAP HR that store specific types of employee-related information (e.g., personal data, payroll data, etc.). Each infotype has a unique number and is used to manage various aspects of employee records.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as PA20, PA30, and PU00 for managing HR data.
  SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the HRPAYCH_ELM40061 error and implement a solution to resolve it.