How To Fix HRTIM_ABS_REQ062 - Infotype &1 does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRTIM_ABS_REQ - Messages for Leave Request

• Message number: 062

• Message text: Infotype &1 does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRTIM_ABS_REQ062 - Infotype &1 does not exist ?

  The SAP error message HRTIM_ABS_REQ062 indicates that the specified infotype (in this case, represented by &1) does not exist in the system. This error typically occurs in the context of time management or absence management when the system is trying to access or process data related to a specific infotype that has not been defined or is not available in the current configuration.
  Cause:
  
  Infotype Not Defined: The infotype specified in the error message is not defined in the system. This could be due to a configuration issue or because the infotype has not been created.
  Incorrect Infotype Number: The infotype number being referenced may be incorrect or mistyped in the program or configuration.
  Missing Authorization: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the infotype, leading to the perception that it does not exist.
  System Configuration: The infotype may not be activated in the current client or may not be part of the current configuration settings.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Infotype Configuration:
  
  Go to the SAP transaction code SPRO and navigate to the relevant configuration settings for Personnel Management or Time Management.
  Verify if the infotype in question is defined and activated.
  
  
  
  Verify Infotype Number:
  
  Ensure that the infotype number being referenced in the error message is correct. You can check the infotype numbers in the SAP documentation or by using transaction PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data).
  
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user encountering the error has the necessary authorizations to access the infotype. This can be checked using transaction SU53 after the error occurs.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  
  
  
  Debugging:
  
  If you have access to debugging tools, you can analyze the program or function module that is generating the error to understand why it is trying to access a non-existent infotype.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists and you cannot find a resolution, consider reaching out to SAP Support for assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Infotypes: Infotypes are data structures in SAP HR that store specific types of information about employees, such as personal data, organizational assignments, and time management data.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data), PA20 (Display HR Master Data), and SPRO (SAP Reference IMG) for configuration.
  SAP Documentation: Refer to the official SAP Help Portal for detailed information on infotypes and their configuration.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution.