How To Fix HRPBSUSFED037 - Action aborted because of missing infotype records

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPBSUSFED - Message Class For Public Sector Fed (USA)

• Message number: 037

• Message text: Action aborted because of missing infotype records

What causes this issue?

In Nature of Action processing, an existing infotype record is required
in order to create a copy. For at least one of the involved infotypes,
there is no active record for the appropriate date.

System Response

To keep data integrity, either all of the infotypes must be able to be
updated, or none are allowed. In this case, processing of the action is
halted.

How to fix this error?

Create the missing infotype records using the transaction Maintain
Master Data (PA30).

Procedure for System Administrators

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPBSUSFED037 - Action aborted because of missing infotype records ?

  The SAP error message HRPBSUSFED037 indicates that an action has been aborted due to missing infotype records. This error typically occurs in the context of Human Resources (HR) processes, particularly when trying to execute actions that require specific infotype data that is not available in the system.
  Cause:
  The error is usually caused by one or more of the following reasons:
  
  Missing Infotype Records: The required infotype records (e.g., personal data, organizational assignment, etc.) for the employee or object in question are not maintained in the system.
  Incorrect Action Configuration: The action being performed may not be correctly configured to handle the absence of certain infotype records.
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies in the data that prevent the system from processing the action.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or modify the required infotype records.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the HRPBSUSFED037 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Infotype Records:
  
  Use transaction code PA20 (Display HR Master Data) or PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data) to check if the required infotype records exist for the employee.
  Ensure that all necessary infotypes are filled out correctly.
  
  
  
  Maintain Missing Infotypes:
  
  If any required infotype records are missing, create or update them using transaction code PA30.
  Ensure that the data entered is complete and accurate.
  
  
  
  Review Action Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration of the action being performed to ensure it is set up correctly to handle the required infotypes.
  This may involve reviewing the action configuration in the IMG (Implementation Guide) under Personnel Management.
  
  
  
  Check for Data Inconsistencies:
  
  Look for any inconsistencies in the employee's data that might be causing the issue.
  This may involve checking for overlapping records or incorrect data entries.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that the user executing the action has the necessary authorizations to access and modify the required infotype records.
  This can be checked with the help of your SAP security team.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific infotypes and actions you are working with for additional guidance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Infotypes: Infotypes are data structures in SAP HR that store specific types of information about employees, such as personal data, payroll data, and organizational assignments.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes like PA20, PA30, and others related to HR data maintenance.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or reach out to SAP support for further assistance.