How To Fix HR_CENTRAL_PERSON003 - There are no further employee contracts for employee &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HR_CENTRAL_PERSON - HR: Central Person

• Message number: 003

• Message text: There are no further employee contracts for employee &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HR_CENTRAL_PERSON003 - There are no further employee contracts for employee &1 ?

  The SAP error message HR_CENTRAL_PERSON003 ("There are no further employee contracts for employee &1") typically occurs in the Human Resources (HR) module when you are trying to access or process information related to an employee who does not have any active contracts in the system. This can happen in various scenarios, such as when trying to view an employee's details, processing payroll, or managing personnel actions.
  Cause:
  
  No Active Contracts: The employee in question does not have any active employment contracts in the system. This could be due to the employee being terminated, not having been hired properly, or the contract being deleted or not created.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the employee's data, such as missing or incorrect entries in the infotypes related to employment contracts.
  Incorrect Employee ID: The employee ID being referenced may be incorrect or may not exist in the system.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to view the employee's contract details.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Employee Status: Verify the status of the employee in the system. Ensure that the employee is active and has a valid employment contract.
  Review Infotypes: Check the relevant infotypes (e.g., IT0001 - Organizational Assignment, IT0002 - Personal Data, IT0006 - Addresses) to ensure that the employee's data is complete and correct.
  Create or Reactivate Contract: If the employee does not have an active contract, you may need to create a new contract or reactivate an existing one, depending on the business process.
  Verify Employee ID: Ensure that the employee ID you are using is correct and corresponds to an existing employee in the system.
  Check Authorizations: If you suspect authorization issues, consult with your SAP security team to ensure you have the necessary permissions to access the employee's contract information.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You can use transaction codes like PA20 (Display HR Master Data) or PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data) to check the employee's details and contracts.
  Infotypes: Familiarize yourself with the relevant infotypes that pertain to employee contracts, such as IT0001, IT0002, IT0006, and IT0016 (Contract Elements).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. Sometimes, specific configurations or updates may resolve the issue.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on managing employee contracts and related HR processes.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant specializing in SAP HR for further assistance.