How To Fix HRPAYDEST852 - There's no record for infotype 0012 for key date &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPAYDEST - Message Class: Taxes Germany

• Message number: 852

• Message text: There's no record for infotype 0012 for key date &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPAYDEST852 - There's no record for infotype 0012 for key date &1 ?

  The SAP error message HRPAYDEST852 indicates that there is no record for infotype 0012 (which is typically related to "Employee Remuneration" or "Pay Scale") for the specified key date. This error usually occurs in the context of payroll processing or when trying to access employee data related to remuneration.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Data: The most common cause is that there is no entry in infotype 0012 for the employee on the specified key date. This could happen if the employee has not been assigned a pay scale or remuneration type for that period.
  Incorrect Key Date: The key date specified may not correspond to a period where the employee has valid data in infotype 0012.
  Data Deletion: Records may have been deleted or not created due to a data entry error or oversight.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the infotype or the payroll schema that prevents the system from retrieving the necessary data.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Infotype Records: 
  
  Go to the transaction code PA20 (Display HR Master Data) or PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data).
  Enter the employee's personnel number and check infotype 0012 for the specified key date.
  If there is no record, you may need to create one.
  
  
  
  Create or Update Infotype Record:
  
  If the record is missing, you can create a new entry in infotype 0012 for the employee.
  Ensure that the key date falls within the validity period of the new record.
  
  
  
  Verify Key Date:
  
  Ensure that the key date you are using is correct and corresponds to a period where the employee should have remuneration data.
  
  
  
  Consult with HR/Payroll Team:
  
  If you are unsure about the data or how to proceed, consult with your HR or payroll team to ensure that the employee's remuneration data is correctly maintained.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  If the issue persists, it may be necessary to check the configuration of the payroll schema and infotype settings to ensure that everything is set up correctly.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Infotype 0012: This infotype is used to store information about employee remuneration, including pay scale and other related data.
  Key Date: The key date is crucial in determining which records are valid for a given period. It is typically the date for which payroll is being processed.
  SAP Transactions: Familiarize yourself with relevant SAP transactions such as PA20, PA30, and others related to HR master data management.
  
  If the problem continues after checking these areas, it may be necessary to involve your SAP support team or consult SAP documentation for further troubleshooting steps.