How To Fix HRPAYUS_MESSAGES505 - Error reading infotype &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPAYUS_MESSAGES - Message class for US Payroll functionalities

• Message number: 505

• Message text: Error reading infotype &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPAYUS_MESSAGES505 - Error reading infotype &1 ?

  The SAP error message HRPAYUS_MESSAGES505, which states "Error reading infotype &1," typically occurs in the context of Human Resources (HR) and Payroll processes. This error indicates that the system encountered an issue while trying to read a specific infotype (a data structure used in SAP HR to store employee-related information) identified by the placeholder &1.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Infotype Data: The infotype specified may not exist for the employee or may not have been maintained correctly.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the infotype data.
  Data Consistency Issues: There may be inconsistencies or corruption in the database that prevent the system from reading the infotype.
  Configuration Issues: The infotype may not be configured correctly in the system, or there may be issues with the related payroll schema or rules.
  Technical Errors: There could be underlying technical issues, such as database connectivity problems or system performance issues.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Infotype Data: Verify that the infotype exists for the employee in question. You can do this by using transaction codes like PA20 (Display HR Master Data) or PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data).
  Review Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the infotype. This can be checked in transaction SU53 (Authorization Check) after the error occurs.
  Data Consistency Check: Run consistency checks on the HR data to identify and resolve any inconsistencies. This can be done using transaction code PA03 (Maintain HR Master Data) or other relevant tools.
  Configuration Review: Check the configuration settings for the infotype in the SAP system. Ensure that it is set up correctly and that all necessary fields are populated.
  Consult Logs: Review system logs (transaction SLG1) for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about the issue.
  Technical Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP Basis or technical support team to investigate any underlying technical issues.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Infotypes: Infotypes are categorized by their purpose, such as personal data (0002), payroll data (0008), and so on. Each infotype has a specific structure and set of fields.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to the specific infotype or error message. You can search for relevant notes in the SAP Support Portal.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation for detailed information on infotypes and their configuration.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.