How To Fix 3E451 - No employees selected

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 451

• Message text: No employees selected

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 3E451 - No employees selected ?

  The SAP error message 3E451: No employees selected typically occurs in the context of HR or payroll processing when a report or transaction is executed that requires employee data, but no employees meet the selection criteria specified in the report or transaction parameters.
  Causes:
  
  Selection Criteria: The criteria set for selecting employees (e.g., personnel area, employee status, date range) may be too restrictive, resulting in no employees being selected.
  Data Availability: There may be no employees in the system that match the specified criteria, possibly due to data entry errors or missing records.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to view certain employee records, leading to an empty selection.
  Time Period: The specified time period may not have any active employees or relevant data.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the HR module that prevent employees from being selected.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Review Selection Criteria: Check the parameters you have set for the report or transaction. Ensure that they are not overly restrictive and that they match the actual data in the system.
  Check Employee Data: Verify that there are employees in the system that meet the criteria. You can do this by running a broader report or checking the employee master data.
  Adjust Time Period: If applicable, adjust the date range or time period to include active employees.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to view the employee records. If not, contact your system administrator to obtain the required access.
  Consult Configuration: If you suspect a configuration issue, consult with your SAP HR module administrator or technical team to ensure that the system is set up correctly.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Depending on the context, you may be using transaction codes like PA20 (Display HR Master Data), PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data), or specific payroll reports.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation for the specific module you are working with (e.g., SAP HR, SAP Payroll) for more detailed guidance on selection criteria and report generation.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a technical consultant for further assistance.