How To Fix PG401 - & infotypes / subtypes or clusters have been deleted

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PG - Error Messages for Master Data Programs

• Message number: 401

• Message text: & infotypes / subtypes or clusters have been deleted

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PG401 - & infotypes / subtypes or clusters have been deleted ?

  The SAP error message PG401 typically indicates that there is an issue related to the infotypes, subtypes, or clusters in the SAP system, specifically that they have been deleted or are not available. This can occur in various contexts, such as during data processing, reporting, or when trying to access certain employee data.
  Cause:
  
  Deletion of Infotypes/Subtypes: The most common cause of this error is that the infotype or subtype that is being referenced has been deleted from the system. This can happen due to configuration changes or data cleanup processes.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the database where the system is trying to access an infotype that no longer exists or is not properly configured.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to access certain infotypes, leading to this error.
  Transport Issues: If changes were transported from one system to another (e.g., from development to production), and the infotype was not included in the transport, it may lead to this error.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Infotype Configuration: Verify if the infotype or subtype in question has indeed been deleted. You can do this by navigating to the relevant configuration settings in the SAP system (e.g., using transaction codes like PM01 for infotype maintenance).
  Restore Deleted Infotypes: If the infotype was deleted unintentionally, you may need to restore it from a backup or reconfigure it in the system.
  Data Consistency Check: Run consistency checks on the relevant data to ensure that there are no orphaned records or inconsistencies. This can often be done using transaction codes like SE16 or SE11 to check the database tables.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the infotypes. This can be checked in the user roles and profiles.
  Transport Review: If the issue arose after a transport, review the transport logs to ensure that all necessary objects were included and that there were no errors during the transport process.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Infotypes: Infotypes are data structures in SAP that store employee-related information. Each infotype has a specific purpose and is identified by a unique number (e.g., 0001 for Organizational Assignment).
  Subtypes: Subtypes are variations of infotypes that allow for more specific categorization of data within the same infotype.
  Clusters: Clusters are used in SAP to store related infotypes together for performance optimization and data management.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data), PA20 (Display HR Master Data), and PM01 (Infotype Maintenance) for managing infotypes.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be necessary to consult with your SAP Basis or HR module support team for further investigation and resolution.