How To Fix HR_SE_GEN018 - No PERNR assigned to Employee &1. Data cannot be processed.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HR_SE_GEN - Service enabling generic functionality in Extension EA-HR

• Message number: 018

• Message text: No PERNR assigned to Employee &1. Data cannot be processed.

What causes this issue?

Employee related data is saved in the system under the key PERNR. No
PERNR was assigned to the employee &1. Since no key was assigned
to the employee the related data cannot be processed.

System Response

An exception was raised and the processing was stopped.

How to fix this error?

If the employee was supposed to be new to the system, the creation and
assignment of a new PERNR failed. Please refer to the error message(-s)
attached to the exception for more details.

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

If the employee should already be known in the system, this indicates a
data inconsistency. Check if the PERNR that should be assigned to the
Employee exists in the system. If yes, check if the mapping between
Employee and PERNR exists correctly.

Procedure for System Administrators

Check if PERNRS exist for the Employee. (Search by Employee data like
name and birthdate). If yes. check tables tpad_ee_onr and tpad_onr_pernr
if the mapping entry between the Employee and the PERNR exists
consistently.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HR_SE_GEN018 - No PERNR assigned to Employee &1. Data cannot be processed. ?

  The SAP error message HR_SE_GEN018 "No PERNR assigned to Employee &1. Data cannot be processed." typically occurs in the Human Resources (HR) module when the system is unable to find a Personnel Number (PERNR) for a specified employee. This can happen for various reasons, and understanding the cause is essential for resolving the issue.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Personnel Number: The employee record may not have been created properly, or the Personnel Number has not been assigned.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the employee data, such as missing or incorrect entries in the infotypes.
  Incorrect Employee ID: The employee ID being referenced may be incorrect or does not exist in the system.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or process the employee data.
  Data Deletion: The employee record may have been deleted or archived, leading to the absence of a valid Personnel Number.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Employee Record: Verify that the employee record exists in the system. You can do this by using transaction codes like PA20 (Display HR Master Data) or PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data) to check if the employee has a valid Personnel Number.
  Create or Assign Personnel Number: If the employee does not have a Personnel Number, you may need to create a new employee record or assign a Personnel Number using the appropriate infotypes (e.g., infotype 0001 for Organizational Assignment).
  Review Data Consistency: Ensure that all required infotypes are filled out correctly and that there are no missing entries that could lead to data inconsistency.
  Check Authorization: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access and process the employee data. This may involve checking user roles and permissions.
  Consult with HR Team: If the issue persists, consult with your HR team or SAP support to investigate further, especially if there are any recent changes to the employee records or system configurations.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as PA20, PA30, and PA40 (for creating new employees).
  Infotypes: Understand the relevant infotypes that pertain to employee data, such as infotype 0001 (Organizational Assignment), infotype 0002 (Personal Data), and infotype 0006 (Addresses).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. SAP Notes can provide additional insights or solutions for specific scenarios.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation or user manuals related to HR master data management for best practices and troubleshooting steps.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement the appropriate solution.