How To Fix U0029 - An error occurred while reading infotype 0003

U0029 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: U0 - Correction checks, on demand checks

• Message number: 029

• Message text: An error occurred while reading infotype 0003

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message U0029 - An error occurred while reading infotype 0003 ?

  The SAP error message U0029, which states "An error occurred while reading infotype 0003," typically relates to issues with the Personnel Administration module, specifically when trying to access or process data related to employee assignments. Infotype 0003 is used to store data about an employee's organizational assignment.
  Causes:
  
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies or missing data in the infotype records for the employee in question.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the infotype data.
  Technical Issues: There could be a technical issue with the database or the SAP system itself, such as a corrupted record or a problem with the database connection.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration settings for the infotype or the related modules may not be set up correctly.
  Missing or Inactive Records: The employee record may not exist, or the infotype record may be inactive or deleted.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Data Consistency:
  
  Use transaction codes like PA20 (Display HR Master Data)