How To Fix HRPSGB_ME012 - Infotype 0071 record invalid/missing

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPSGB_ME - Multiple Employment Errors & Warnings

• Message number: 012

• Message text: Infotype 0071 record invalid/missing

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPSGB_ME012 - Infotype 0071 record invalid/missing ?

  The SAP error message HRPSGB_ME012, which indicates that an Infotype 0071 record is invalid or missing, typically arises in the context of Human Resources (HR) management within the SAP system. Infotype 0071 is related to "Flexible Benefits" in the SAP HR module, and this error can occur during various HR processes, such as payroll processing or employee data maintenance.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Infotype Record: The employee for whom the operation is being performed does not have a valid Infotype 0071 record.
  Invalid Data: The existing Infotype 0071 record may contain invalid or incomplete data, which does not meet the required criteria for processing.
  Date Issues: The validity dates of the Infotype record may not align with the current date or the date of the operation being performed.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or modify the Infotype 0071 records.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Infotype Records:
  
  Navigate to the employee's master data using transaction code PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data).
  Check if Infotype 0071 exists for the employee. If it does not, you may need to create a new record.
  If it exists, verify that the data is complete and valid.
  
  
  
  Correct Data:
  
  Ensure that all required fields in Infotype 0071 are filled out correctly.
  Check for any inconsistencies or errors in the data that may cause the record to be considered invalid.
  
  
  
  Review Validity Dates:
  
  Make sure that the validity period of the Infotype record covers the date of the operation you are trying to perform.
  If necessary, adjust the start and end dates of the Infotype record.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary permissions to access and modify Infotype 0071 records.
  If there are authorization issues, consult with your SAP security team to resolve them.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help files related to Infotype 0071 for any specific requirements or configurations that may be necessary.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP Notes for any known issues related to this error message.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  PA30: Maintain HR Master Data
  PA20: Display HR Master Data
  
  
  Infotype 0071: Flexible Benefits, which allows for the management of employee benefits and related configurations.
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address specific issues related to Infotype 0071 or the HRPSGB_ME012 error.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue related to the HRPSGB_ME012 error message in SAP.