How To Fix PAD_NL_PENS_MSG016 - This Operation expects exactly one Infotype Record

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 016

• Message text: This Operation expects exactly one Infotype Record

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PAD_NL_PENS_MSG016 - This Operation expects exactly one Infotype Record ?

  The SAP error message PAD_NL_PENS_MSG016 ("This Operation expects exactly one Infotype Record") typically occurs in the context of HR (Human Resources) modules when dealing with infotypes. Infotypes are data structures in SAP that store specific types of information about employees, such as personal data, payroll data, and so on.
  Cause:
  This error message indicates that the operation you are trying to perform expects exactly one record of a specific infotype, but either:
  
  No records were found.
  More than one record was found.
  
  This can happen in various scenarios, such as:
  
  When trying to read or update an infotype record that should have a unique entry (e.g., a specific employee's current address).
  When the selection criteria used to fetch the infotype records are too broad, resulting in multiple records being returned.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check the Infotype Records:
  
  Use transaction code PA20 (Display HR Master Data) or PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data) to check the infotype records for the employee in question.
  Ensure that there is exactly one record for the infotype you are trying to access.
  
  
  
  Refine Selection Criteria:
  
  If you are using a program or a report that fetches infotype records, ensure that the selection criteria are specific enough to return only one record.
  For example, if you are filtering by employee number, ensure that you are not inadvertently including multiple employees.
  
  
  
  Check for Duplicates:
  
  If you find multiple records for the same infotype, investigate why this is the case. It could be due to incorrect data entry or a system error.
  If duplicates exist, you may need to delete or archive the unnecessary records.
  
  
  
  Review Custom Code:
  
  If this error occurs in a custom program or enhancement, review the logic to ensure it correctly handles the retrieval of infotype records.
  Ensure that the code checks for the number of records returned and handles cases where there are zero or multiple records appropriately.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to the specific infotype you are working with to understand its expected behavior.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Infotypes: In SAP HR, infotypes are categorized by their purpose (e.g., personal data, payroll data). 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 PA01 (for infotype maintenance).
  SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any notes related to this error message or the specific infotype you are working with, as there may be known issues or patches available.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.