How To Fix HRSPAZA031 - Infotype update abended due to error in infotype &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRSPAZA - Salary packaging

• Message number: 031

• Message text: Infotype update abended due to error in infotype &1

What causes this issue?

The update of infotype &V1& would fail with the following message:
&V2&
Therefore the update of all infotypes cannot be performed.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Check the customizing of your infotype &V1& salary components.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRSPAZA031 - Infotype update abended due to error in infotype &1 ?

  The SAP error message HRSPAZA031 indicates that an update to an infotype has failed due to an error in the specified infotype (denoted by &1). This error typically occurs during the processing of HR (Human Resources) data, such as when trying to create, modify, or delete employee records.
  Causes:
  
  Data Inconsistencies: The data being processed may have inconsistencies or invalid entries that violate the business rules defined in the system.
  Missing Required Fields: Certain mandatory fields in the infotype may not have been filled out, leading to an abend (abnormal termination).
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to perform the update on the specified infotype.
  Custom Code Issues: If there are custom enhancements or modifications in the infotype processing, they may be causing the error.
  Database Locking: The infotype record may be locked by another process, preventing the update from completing.
  Technical Errors: There could be underlying technical issues, such as database connectivity problems or system resource limitations.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Data Validity: Review the data being entered for the infotype to ensure that all required fields are filled out correctly and that there are no inconsistencies.
  Review Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to update the infotype. This can be checked in transaction SU53 or by consulting with your security team.
  Debugging: If you have access to debugging tools, you can analyze the program flow to identify where the error occurs. Use transaction SE80 or SE37 to check the relevant function modules or programs.
  Check for Locks: Use transaction SM12 to check if there are any locks on the infotype records that might be causing the update to fail. If locks are found, you may need to wait for them to be released or contact the user who holds the lock.
  Review Custom Code: If there are custom enhancements related to the infotype, review the code for any potential issues that could lead to the error.
  Consult SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide guidance on known issues.
  System Logs: Review system logs (transaction SLG1) for additional error messages or details that could provide more context about the failure.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Infotypes: Infotypes are data structures in SAP HR that store employee-related information. Each infotype has a specific purpose and set of fields.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data), PA40 (Personnel Actions), and SM21 (System Log) for troubleshooting.
  SAP Support: If the issue persists and cannot be resolved internally, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the HRSPAZA031 error and implement a solution to resolve it.