How To Fix HRPIQ000305 - Mandatory infotype & is not available

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPIQ000 - Messages in Development Class PMIQ

• Message number: 305

• Message text: Mandatory infotype & is not available

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPIQ000305 - Mandatory infotype & is not available ?

  The SAP error message HRPIQ000305 indicates that a mandatory infotype is not available for a specific employee or personnel number in the system. This error typically arises in the context of Human Resources (HR) and Personnel Administration (PA) when trying to process data related to an employee.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when the system expects a mandatory infotype (such as infotype 0000 for Actions, infotype 0001 for Organizational Assignment, etc.) to be present for a specific employee, but it is either missing or not maintained. This can happen due to various reasons, such as:
  
  Data Entry Issues: The infotype was never created or was deleted accidentally.
  Incorrect Personnel Number: The personnel number being referenced may not exist or may be incorrect.
  Data Migration Issues: If data was migrated from another system, some infotypes may not have been transferred correctly.
  Infotype Configuration: The infotype may not be configured correctly in the system.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check the Personnel Number: Ensure that the personnel number you are working with is correct and exists in the system.
  
  
  Verify Infotype Availability:
  
  Use transaction code PA20 (Display HR Master Data) or PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data) to check if the mandatory infotype is present for the employee.
  If the infotype is missing, you will need to create it using the appropriate transaction (e.g., PA30).
  
  
  
  Maintain the Required Infotype:
  
  If the infotype is not available, you can create it by navigating to the relevant infotype and entering the necessary data.
  Ensure that all required fields are filled out correctly.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  If you suspect that the infotype configuration is incorrect, consult with your SAP HR administrator or a consultant to review the configuration settings for the infotype.
  
  
  
  Review Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to view or maintain the infotype.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files for specific details about the infotype in question and its requirements.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Infotypes: Infotypes are data structures in SAP HR that store specific types of information about employees. Each infotype has a unique number and is used to manage various aspects of employee data.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as PA20, PA30, and PA40 (for actions) to manage HR data effectively.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to the error message HRPIQ000305.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or an SAP HR consultant for further assistance.