How To Fix HRPFD00206 - An invalid fund is defined in infotype 0278 for personnel number &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPFD00 - HR-PF: International Pension Fund

• Message number: 206

• Message text: An invalid fund is defined in infotype 0278 for personnel number &1

What causes this issue?

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

System Response

How to fix this error?

Check infotype 0278 for personnel number &V1&. One of the records has
an undefined pension fund as its subtype.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPFD00206 - An invalid fund is defined in infotype 0278 for personnel number &1 ?

  The SAP error message HRPFD00206 indicates that there is an issue with the fund definition in infotype 0278 for a specific personnel number. Infotype 0278 is typically used for managing funding information related to personnel, such as budget allocations or funding sources.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when:
  
  An invalid or non-existent fund is referenced in infotype 0278 for the specified personnel number.
  The fund may have been deleted or is not properly configured in the system.
  There may be a mismatch between the fund and the organizational structure or other related data.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check the Fund Definition:
  
  Go to the relevant transaction (e.g., SE11 for Data Dictionary or SE16 for table display) and check the fund definition in the relevant tables (e.g., T_0278).
  Ensure that the fund exists and is correctly defined.
  
  
  
  Verify Infotype 0278 Entries:
  
  Use transaction PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data) to check the entries for infotype 0278 for the specified personnel number.
  Look for any discrepancies or incorrect fund entries.
  
  
  
  Correct the Fund:
  
  If the fund is invalid, you may need to update the infotype with a valid fund. This can be done by editing the infotype entry in PA30.
  If the fund is supposed to be valid but is not recognized, you may need to consult with your SAP administrator or functional consultant to ensure that the fund is properly configured in the system.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to view and edit the infotype data.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review any relevant documentation or configuration guides related to infotype 0278 and fund management in your SAP system.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary corrections, test the changes to ensure that the error no longer occurs.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Infotype 0278: This infotype is used for managing funding information in SAP HR. It is important for tracking budget allocations and funding sources for personnel.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data), PA20 (Display HR Master Data), and SE11/SE16 for data dictionary and table access.
  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 necessary to involve your SAP support team or a consultant for further investigation.