How To Fix HRASR00_WC020 - No personnel files exist for the personnel number '&1'

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRASR00_WC - Work Cntr.

• Message number: 020

• Message text: No personnel files exist for the personnel number '&1'

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRASR00_WC020 - No personnel files exist for the personnel number '&1' ?

  The SAP error message HRASR00_WC020 indicates that there are no personnel files available for the specified personnel number. This error typically occurs in the context of SAP Human Capital Management (HCM) when trying to access or process employee-related data.
  Cause:
  
  Personnel Number Not Found: The personnel number entered does not exist in the system.
  Data Not Maintained: The employee's personnel file has not been created or maintained in the system.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to view the personnel file.
  Data Deletion: The personnel file may have been deleted or archived.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be issues with the configuration of the HCM module or related infotypes.
  
  Solution:
  
  Verify Personnel Number: Check if the personnel number entered is correct. Ensure that it exists in the system.
  Check Data Maintenance: Ensure that the personnel file for the employee has been created and that all necessary infotypes (e.g., personal data, organizational assignment) are filled out.
  Authorization Check: Verify that the user has the appropriate authorizations to access the personnel file. This can be done by checking the user's roles and authorizations in the system.
  Data Recovery: If the personnel file was deleted, check if it can be restored from an archive or backup.
  Consult Configuration: If the issue persists, consult with your SAP HCM configuration team to ensure that the system is set up correctly and that there are no configuration issues affecting personnel file access.
  
  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 data.
  Infotypes: Familiarize yourself with relevant infotypes (e.g., 0000 - Actions, 0001 - Organizational Assignment, 0002 - Personal Data) that may need to be populated for the personnel file to exist.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Support: If the problem cannot be resolved internally, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution.