How To Fix HRPSGB_HER049 - Salary Calculation (PERNR &1): Infotype &2 Read Error on &3

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPSGB_HER - HR PS GB Higher Education Messages (USS, HESA etc)

• Message number: 049

• Message text: Salary Calculation (PERNR &1): Infotype &2 Read Error on &3

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPSGB_HER049 - Salary Calculation (PERNR &1): Infotype &2 Read Error on &3 ?

  The SAP error message HRPSGB_HER049 typically indicates an issue with reading a specific infotype for a personnel number (PERNR) during the salary calculation process. This error can arise due to various reasons, and understanding the cause and potential solutions is essential for resolving it.
  Cause:
  
  
  Missing Infotype Data: The infotype specified in the error message (&2) may not have been maintained for the personnel number (&1) on the date specified (&3). This could happen if the infotype was never created or if it was deleted or archived.
  
  
  Incorrect Date: The date specified in the error message may not correspond to a valid period for the infotype. For example, if the infotype is only valid for certain dates and the calculation is being performed outside of that range, it can lead to this error.
  
  
  Authorization Issues: The user executing the salary calculation may not have the necessary authorizations to read the infotype data for the specified personnel number.
  
  
  Data Consistency Issues: There may be inconsistencies in the database, such as missing entries or corrupted data that prevent the system from reading the infotype correctly.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Infotype Data: Verify that the infotype specified in the error message is correctly maintained for the personnel number. You can do this by using transaction codes like PA20 (Display HR Master Data) or PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data) to check the infotype records.
  
  
  Validate Dates: Ensure that the date specified in the error message is within the valid range for the infotype. If necessary, update the infotype records to include the correct date range.
  
  
  Review Authorizations: Check the user’s authorizations to ensure they have the necessary permissions to access the infotype data. This may involve reviewing roles and authorizations in transaction PFCG.
  
  
  Data Consistency Check: Run consistency checks on the HR data to identify and resolve any inconsistencies. This can be done using transaction code PA03 (Maintain HR Master Data) or other relevant tools.
  
  
  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.
  
  
  Debugging: If the issue persists, consider debugging the program or report that is generating the error to identify the root cause more precisely.
  
  
  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.). Each infotype has a specific number and is associated with a particular area of HR management.
  
  
  Personnel Number (PERNR): This is a unique identifier for each employee in the SAP HR system.
  
  
  SAP Support: If internal troubleshooting does not resolve the issue, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the HRPSGB_HER049 error and implement a suitable solution.