How To Fix PA193 - Infotype & has not been maintained.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PA - Recruitment Messages

• Message number: 193

• Message text: Infotype & has not been maintained.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PA193 - Infotype & has not been maintained. ?

  The SAP error message PA193 indicates that a specific infotype (in this case, represented by the placeholder "&") has not been maintained for a particular employee or personnel number. Infotypes in SAP HR (Human Resources) are used to store various types of employee-related data, such as personal information, organizational assignments, payroll data, etc.
  Cause:
  The error typically occurs due to one of the following reasons:
  
  Missing Infotype Data: The required infotype has not been created or maintained for the employee in question.
  Incorrect Configuration: The system may be configured to require certain infotypes that have not been set up.
  Data Entry Error: There may have been an oversight during data entry, leading to the infotype not being filled out.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the PA193 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Infotype Maintenance:
  
  Use transaction code PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data) to check if the infotype in question has been maintained for the employee.
  Enter the personnel number and select the infotype that is causing the error. If it is not maintained, you will need to create or update it.
  
  
  
  Create or Update Infotype:
  
  If the infotype is missing, you can create it by clicking on the "Create" button in the PA30 transaction.
  If it exists but is incomplete, update the necessary fields and save the changes.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  If you believe the infotype should not be mandatory, check the configuration settings in the SAP system. This may require access to transaction codes like SPRO (Customizing) to review the settings related to infotype requirements.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or your organization's HR policies to understand the specific requirements for the infotype in question.
  
  
  
  User Authorization:
  
  Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to maintain the infotype. If not, contact your system administrator or HR department for assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Infotype Numbers: Each infotype has a specific number (e.g., 0001 for Organizational Assignment, 0002 for Personal Data). Knowing the infotype number can help you quickly identify the data you need to maintain.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data), PA40 (Personnel Actions), and PA20 (Display HR Master Data) for managing employee data.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or updates related to the specific infotype or error message.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the PA193 error and ensure that the necessary infotype data is maintained for the employee in question.