How To Fix HRPIQ000175 - Infotype is not available

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPIQ000 - Messages in Development Class PMIQ

• Message number: 175

• Message text: Infotype is not available

What causes this issue?

The <ls>infotype</> you have chosen is not assigned to the object type.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

Choose a valid infotype.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPIQ000175 - Infotype is not available ?

  The SAP error message HRPIQ000175 indicates that a specific infotype is not available in the system for the operation you are trying to perform. This error typically occurs in the context of Human Resources (HR) and Personnel Administration (PA) modules when the system cannot find the required infotype for a particular employee or action.
  Causes:
  
  Infotype Not Created: The infotype you are trying to access has not been created in the system.
  Infotype Not Active: The infotype may exist but is not active for the specific employee or organizational unit.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the infotype.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be configuration issues in the system that prevent the infotype from being available.
  Data Consistency Issues: There could be inconsistencies in the data that prevent the infotype from being accessed.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Infotype Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code SPRO and navigate to the relevant configuration settings for HR infotypes. Ensure that the infotype in question is configured correctly and is active.
  
  
  
  Create or Activate Infotype:
  
  If the infotype does not exist, you may need to create it using transaction PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data) or through the relevant configuration settings.
  If it exists but is inactive, you may need to activate it.
  
  
  
  Check Employee Data:
  
  Use transaction PA20 (Display HR Master Data) to check if the infotype is available for the specific employee. If it is not, you may need to create or update the infotype for that employee.
  
  
  
  Review Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the infotype. This can be checked using transaction SU53 or by consulting with your security team.
  
  
  
  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.
  
  
  
  System Logs:
  
  Review system logs for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about the issue.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Infotypes: Infotypes are data structures in SAP HR that store specific types of information about employees, such as personal data, organizational assignments, and payroll information.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data), PA20 (Display HR Master Data), and SPRO (SAP Project Reference Object) for configuration.
  SAP Help Documentation: Refer to the official SAP Help documentation for detailed information on infotypes and their configuration.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a consultant who specializes in SAP HR modules for further assistance.