How To Fix 3E049 - No employees selected to terminate

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 3E - Vorgesehen für neue Länderentwicklungen HR

• Message number: 049

• Message text: No employees selected to terminate

What causes this issue?

The termination process has completed but no employees were selected.

System Response

The database will not be updated no employees will be terminated.

How to fix this error?

Check the employees' employment status in the <LS>Events</> infotype
(0000). If an employee's employment status is set to 0, the employee
cannot be selected for termination.

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 3E049 - No employees selected to terminate ?

  The SAP error message 3E049: No employees selected to terminate typically occurs when you are trying to process a termination for employees in the SAP system, but the system does not find any employees that meet the criteria for termination. This can happen for several reasons. Here are some common causes, potential solutions, and related information:
  Causes:
  
  Selection Criteria: The selection criteria you have set in the termination transaction may not match any employees. This could be due to incorrect employee numbers, organizational units, or other filters.
  Employee Status: The employees you are trying to terminate may not be in a status that allows for termination (e.g., they may already be terminated or not active).
  Authorization Issues: You may not have the necessary authorizations to view or terminate certain employees.
  Data Consistency: There may be inconsistencies in the employee master data that prevent the system from recognizing them for termination.
  Time Constraints: The termination date may fall outside the valid employment period for the selected employees.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Selection Criteria: Review the selection criteria you are using in the termination transaction. Ensure that you are selecting the correct employees and that the filters are set appropriately.
  Verify Employee Status: Check the status of the employees you are trying to terminate. Ensure they are active and eligible for termination.
  Review Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to perform terminations for the employees in question.
  Data Validation: Validate the employee master data for any inconsistencies or errors. You can use transaction codes like PA20 (Display HR Master Data) to check the employee records.
  Check Time Constraints: Ensure that the termination date is within the valid employment period for the employees. You can check this in the employee's master data.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as PA40 (Personnel Actions), PA20 (Display HR Master Data), and PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data) to manage employee records effectively.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. SAP Notes can provide additional insights or solutions.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on employee termination processes and requirements.
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP HR module administrator or technical support team for further assistance.