How To Fix HRPAYFI_KATRE257 - No data found for infotype &1, subtype &2.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPAYFI_KATRE - KATRE (Income Register)

• Message number: 257

• Message text: No data found for infotype &1, subtype &2.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPAYFI_KATRE257 - No data found for infotype &1, subtype &2. ?

  The SAP error message HRPAYFI_KATRE257 indicates that there is no data found for a specific infotype and subtype in the Human Resources (HR) module. This error typically occurs when trying to access or process employee data that is expected to be present in the system but is missing.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Data: The most common cause is that the infotype (e.g., IT0001 for Organizational Assignment, IT0002 for Personal Data) and subtype specified do not have any records for the employee in question.
  Incorrect Employee Number: The employee number being referenced may be incorrect or does not exist in the system.
  Data Deletion: The data might have been deleted or not yet created for the specified infotype and subtype.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to view the data for the specified infotype and subtype.
  Time Period: The data might exist, but it is outside the time period being queried.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Infotype and Subtype: Verify that the infotype and subtype you are trying to access are correct and that they are relevant for the employee in question.
  Employee Data Verification: Use transaction codes like PA20 (Display HR Master Data) or PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data) to check if the employee has records for the specified infotype and subtype.
  Create Missing Records: If the records are indeed missing, you may need to create them using the appropriate transaction (e.g., PA30).
  Check Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the data. This can be checked with the help of your SAP security team.
  Review Time Period: Make sure that the data you are trying to access falls within the correct time frame. You may need to adjust the date parameters in your query.
  Consult Documentation: If you are unsure about the infotype and subtype, refer to SAP documentation or consult with an HR module expert.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Infotypes: Infotypes are data structures in SAP HR that store specific types of employee information. Each infotype can have multiple subtypes.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as PA20, PA30, and PA40 (for actions) to manage HR data effectively.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with SAP experts for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and take appropriate action to resolve it.