How To Fix HRPSGB179 - Infotype &1 does not exist for personnel number &2 between &3 and &4

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPSGB - HR PS Great Britain

• Message number: 179

• Message text: Infotype &1 does not exist for personnel number &2 between &3 and &4

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPSGB179 - Infotype &1 does not exist for personnel number &2 between &3 and &4 ?

  The SAP error message HRPSGB179 indicates that a specific infotype does not exist for a given personnel number within a specified date range. This error typically occurs in the Human Resources (HR) module when trying to access or manipulate employee data that is not available in the system for the specified infotype.
  Cause:
  
  Infotype Not Created: The infotype you are trying to access has not been created for the specified personnel number.
  Date Range Issue: The date range specified in the request does not correspond to any records for that infotype for the given personnel number.
  Data Deletion: The infotype data may have been deleted or archived, making it unavailable for the specified date range.
  Incorrect Personnel Number: The personnel number provided may be incorrect or does not exist in the system.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Infotype Existence: Verify if the infotype exists for the personnel number by using transaction code PA20 (Display HR Master Data) or PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data). Enter the personnel number and check the infotype in question.
  Review Date Range: Ensure that the date range specified in your request is correct and that it falls within the period when the infotype data was valid.
  Create or Update Infotype: If the infotype does not exist, you may need to create it using transaction PA30 or update it if necessary.
  Check for Deletion/Archiving: If the infotype was deleted or archived, you may need to restore it or check the archiving settings to see if the data can be retrieved.
  Validate Personnel Number: Double-check the personnel number for accuracy to ensure it corresponds to an existing employee in the system.
  
  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.).
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as PA20 (Display), PA30 (Maintain), and PA40 (Personnel Actions) for managing HR data.
  Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to view or modify the infotype data for the personnel number in question.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to the specific infotype or error message.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP HR administrator or technical support team for further assistance.