How To Fix HRPSGB_ME005 - Infotype 0121 record invalid/missing

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPSGB_ME - Multiple Employment Errors & Warnings

• Message number: 005

• Message text: Infotype 0121 record invalid/missing

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPSGB_ME005 - Infotype 0121 record invalid/missing ?

  The SAP error message HRPSGB_ME005, which indicates that an Infotype 0121 record is invalid or missing, typically arises in the context of Human Resources (HR) management within the SAP system. Infotype 0121 is related to "Flexible Benefits" and is used to manage employee benefits and deductions.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Infotype Record: The employee may not have an entry in Infotype 0121, which is required for processing benefits.
  Invalid Data: The existing Infotype 0121 record may contain invalid or incomplete data, such as incorrect dates, missing fields, or invalid benefit types.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary permissions to view or edit the Infotype 0121 records.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration problems in the system that prevent the Infotype from being processed correctly.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Infotype Records:
  
  Navigate to the employee's master data using transaction code PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data).
  Check if Infotype 0121 exists for the employee. If it does not, you will need to create a new record.
  If it exists, verify that all required fields are filled out correctly and that the data is valid.
  
  
  
  Correct Invalid Data:
  
  If the record is present but contains errors, correct the invalid data. Ensure that all mandatory fields are populated and that the data adheres to the expected formats.
  
  
  
  Review Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access and modify Infotype 0121. This may involve checking user roles and permissions in the SAP system.
  
  
  
  Consult Configuration:
  
  If the issue persists, consult with your SAP HR configuration team to ensure that Infotype 0121 is correctly configured in the system. This may involve checking the settings for flexible benefits and ensuring that all necessary configurations are in place.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary corrections, test the process again to ensure that the error does not reoccur.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  PA30: Maintain HR Master Data
  PA20: Display HR Master Data
  PE03: Maintain HR Infotypes
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on Infotype 0121 and flexible benefits.
  Support: If the issue cannot be resolved internally, consider reaching out to SAP support or your organization's SAP support team for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue related to the HRPSGB_ME005 error message in SAP.