How To Fix HRPBSAEFPM005 - Infotype & giving error for employee number & ; review infotype record

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPBSAEFPM - AE FPM

• Message number: 005

• Message text: Infotype & giving error for employee number & ; review infotype record

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPBSAEFPM005 - Infotype & giving error for employee number & ; review infotype record ?

  The SAP error message HRPBSAEFPM005 typically relates to issues with infotype records in the Human Resources module, particularly when dealing with employee data. This error message indicates that there is a problem with the infotype record for a specific employee number, and it suggests reviewing the infotype record for any inconsistencies or missing information.
  Cause:
  
  Missing or Incomplete Data: The infotype record for the specified employee may be missing required fields or may contain incomplete data.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be configuration issues in the system that prevent the infotype from being processed correctly.
  Data Consistency Issues: There could be inconsistencies in the data, such as overlapping validity periods for infotypes or incorrect relationships between infotypes.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or modify the infotype records.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Review Infotype Record:
  
  Go to the relevant infotype (e.g., PA30 for employee master data) and check the record for the specified employee number.
  Ensure that all required fields are filled out correctly and that there are no missing entries.
  
  
  
  Check Validity Periods:
  
  Ensure that the validity periods for the infotype records do not overlap and are set correctly.
  
  
  
  Correct Configuration:
  
  If you suspect a configuration issue, consult with your SAP HR configuration team to ensure that the infotype is set up correctly in the system.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to access and modify the infotype records. This can be checked in transaction SU53 or by consulting with your security team.
  
  
  
  Use Transaction Codes:
  
  Use transaction codes like PA20 (Display HR Master Data) or PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data) to review and edit the infotype records.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  
  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.).
  Employee Master Data: This is the core data related to employees, which is essential for various HR processes.
  SAP HR Module: The Human Resources module in SAP is designed to manage employee data, payroll, and other HR-related functions.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be necessary to involve your SAP support team or consult with SAP directly for further assistance.