How To Fix PAD_NL_PENS_MSG007 - Can't read Infotype &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PAD_NL_PENS_MSG - Messages for Replicaton from INS to HCM Solution

• Message number: 007

• Message text: Can't read Infotype &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PAD_NL_PENS_MSG007 - Can't read Infotype &1 ?

  The SAP error message PAD_NL_PENS_MSG007, which states "Can't read Infotype &1," typically occurs when the system is unable to retrieve data from a specific infotype in the SAP database. Infotypes are used in SAP HR (Human Resources) to store various types of employee-related data.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Infotype Data: The infotype specified in the error message may not exist for the employee or may not have been maintained.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the infotype data.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be configuration issues in the system that prevent the infotype from being read correctly.
  Data Consistency Issues: There could be inconsistencies or corruption in the database that affect the retrieval of the infotype.
  Technical Issues: There may be underlying technical issues, such as database connectivity problems or system performance issues.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Infotype Existence: Verify if the infotype specified in the error message exists for the employee in question. You can do this by using transaction codes like PA20 (Display HR Master Data) or PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data).
  Maintain Infotype Data: If the infotype does not exist, you may need to create or maintain the infotype data for the employee.
  Review Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the infotype. This can be checked with the help of your SAP security team.
  Check Configuration: Review the configuration settings related to the infotype in the SAP system. This may involve checking the customizing settings in transaction SPRO.
  Database Consistency Check: If you suspect data consistency issues, you may need to run consistency checks or consult with your SAP Basis team to investigate any database issues.
  System Logs: Check the system logs (transaction SM21) for any related errors or warnings that could provide more context about the issue.
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists and you cannot identify the cause, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Infotypes: Infotypes are categorized by their purpose, such as personal data, organizational assignment, payroll data, etc. Each infotype has a specific number (e.g., 0001 for Organizational Assignment, 0002 for Personal Data).
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes for HR data management, such as PA20, PA30, PA40 (for actions), and PA70 (for time evaluation).
  SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues related to this error message.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the issue related to the error message PAD_NL_PENS_MSG007.