How To Fix PB338 - Infotype &: & & does not exist in an active version

PB338 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PB - PD: Message IDs Org. Management

• Message number: 338

• Message text: Infotype &: & & does not exist in an active version

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PB338 - Infotype &: & & does not exist in an active version ?

  The SAP error message PB338 indicates that a specific infotype does not exist in an active version. This typically occurs in the context of Human Capital Management (HCM) when trying to access or modify employee data related to infotypes.
  
  Cause:
  
  Inactive Infotype: The infotype you are trying to access is not active in the system. This can happen if the infotype has been deactivated or if it has not been properly configured.
  Incorrect Configuration: The infotype may not be configured correctly in the system, or the version you are trying to access is not available.
  Missing Authorization: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to access certain infotypes, leading to this error.
  Data Consistency Issues: There may be inconsistencies in the data or configuration that prevent the infotype from being recognized as active.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Infotype Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code SPRO (SAP Project Reference Object) and navigate to the relevant configuration for the infotype.
  Ensure