How To Fix PV537 - System error: update is not possible without the 'Object' infotype (1000)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PV - Training and Event Management

• Message number: 537

• Message text: System error: update is not possible without the 'Object' infotype (1000)

What causes this issue?

Before carrying out an update, the system checks whether the 'Object'
infotype exists since this would otherwise lead to data
inconsistencies on the database. This check showed that the infotype
is not flagged for updating.

System Response

Update termination: no data will be saved to the databse.

How to fix this error?

If you are using this program to update customer infotypes, you should
check whether infotype 1000 has accidently been deleted from the
program's internal buffer.
If this is not the case, please contact SAP.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PV537 - System error: update is not possible without the 'Object' infotype (1000) ?

  The SAP error message PV537 indicates that an update cannot be performed because the 'Object' infotype (1000) is missing. This infotype is crucial for various HR-related processes in SAP, as it contains essential information about the employee or object being processed.
  Cause:
  The error typically arises in the following scenarios:
  
  Missing Infotype 1000: The employee or object you are trying to update does not have the required Object infotype (1000) recorded in the system.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the data, such as the infotype being deleted or not created properly.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or update the infotype.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the PV537 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Infotype 1000:
  
  Use transaction code PA20 (Display HR Master Data) or PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data) to check if Infotype 1000 exists for the employee or object in question.
  If it does not exist, you will need to create it. You can do this by using transaction code PA30 and selecting the appropriate employee and infotype.
  
  
  
  Create Infotype 1000:
  
  If the infotype is missing, you can create it by entering the necessary data (like employee number, validity dates, etc.) in the infotype screen.
  
  
  
  Check for Data Consistency:
  
  Ensure that there are no inconsistencies in the employee's data. You can run reports or use transaction codes like PU00 to check for inconsistencies in HR master data.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Verify that the user attempting to perform the update has the necessary authorizations to access and modify Infotype 1000. You may need to consult with your SAP security team to ensure proper roles and permissions are assigned.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If the issue persists, refer to SAP documentation or support notes related to this error message for additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Infotype 1000: This infotype is known as the "Object" infotype and is fundamental in defining the basic characteristics of an employee or object in the SAP HR module.
  Transaction Codes:
  
  PA20: Display HR Master Data
  PA30: Maintain HR Master Data
  PU00: Check for inconsistencies in HR data
  
  
  SAP Notes: You can search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may provide additional insights or patches related to this error.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the PV537 error and successfully perform the required updates in SAP.