How To Fix HRTIM00BLPRETRO017 - Infotype &1 for person &2 does not exist for day &3

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRTIM00BLPRETRO - TMW: Retroactive Accounting Control

• Message number: 017

• Message text: Infotype &1 for person &2 does not exist for day &3

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRTIM00BLPRETRO017 - Infotype &1 for person &2 does not exist for day &3 ?

  The SAP error message HRTIM00BLPRETRO017 indicates that there is an issue with the time management infotype for a specific employee on a given date. The message states that the specified infotype (denoted by &1) for the person (denoted by &2) does not exist for the specified day (denoted by &3). This typically occurs in the context of time evaluation or payroll processing.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Infotype Record: The most common cause is that the required infotype record (e.g., IT0007 for planned working time, IT0014 for recurring payments, etc.) does not exist for the specified employee on the specified date.
  Incorrect Date Range: The date for which the infotype is being checked may fall outside the validity period of the infotype record.
  Data Entry Errors: There may have been an error in data entry, leading to the infotype not being created or saved correctly.
  Infotype Deletion: The infotype record may have been deleted or not yet created for the specified date.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Infotype Records: 
  
  Use transaction code PA20 (Display HR Master Data) or PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data) to check if the infotype exists for the employee on the specified date.
  If the infotype does not exist, you may need to create it using the appropriate transaction code (e.g., PA30).
  
  
  
  Create or Update Infotype:
  
  If the infotype is missing, create a new record for the employee for the required date.
  Ensure that the validity period of the infotype covers the date in question.
  
  
  
  Review Date Validity:
  
  Ensure that the date you are processing falls within the validity period of the infotype. If it does not, you may need to adjust the date or create a new record with the correct validity.
  
  
  
  Check for Deletions:
  
  If the infotype was previously created but is now missing, check if it was accidentally deleted. If so, recreate the record.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation: 
  
  Review SAP documentation or consult with your HR or SAP support team for specific infotype requirements and configurations.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Infotypes: Infotypes are data structures in SAP that store specific types of information about employees. Each infotype has a specific purpose and validity period.
  Time Management: This error is often related to time management processes, which include time evaluation, attendance, and absence management.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as PA20, PA30, and others related to time management and payroll processing.
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or refer to SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.