How To Fix HRESS015 - User &1 does not exist/is not assigned in this period

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRESS - HRESS

• Message number: 015

• Message text: User &1 does not exist/is not assigned in this period

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRESS015 - User &1 does not exist/is not assigned in this period ?

  The SAP error message HRESS015 indicates that the system cannot find a user with the specified user ID (&1) for the given time period. This error typically occurs in the context of Human Resources (HR) or Employee Self-Service (ESS) modules when trying to access or process data related to a user who is not recognized in the system for the specified timeframe.
  Causes:
  
  User Not Created: The user ID does not exist in the SAP system.
  User Not Active: The user may exist but is not active during the specified period.
  Incorrect Time Period: The time period specified in the transaction does not match the user's active period.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the user master data or organizational assignment.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the data.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check User Existence:
  
  Verify if the user ID exists in the system by using transaction code SU01 (User Maintenance).
  If the user does not exist, create the user.
  
  
  
  Check User Status:
  
  If the user exists, check if the user is active. In SU01, ensure that the user is not locked or inactive.
  
  
  
  Verify Time Period:
  
  Check the validity period of the user in the HR master data. Use transaction code PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data) to review the employee's data and ensure that the time period you are trying to access falls within the active dates.
  
  
  
  Review Organizational Assignment:
  
  Ensure that the user is assigned to the correct organizational unit and that the assignment is valid for the specified period.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to perform the action that triggered the error. This may involve checking roles and profiles assigned to the user.
  
  
  
  Consult with HR or IT Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consult with your HR department or IT support team for further assistance. They may have access to additional tools or logs to diagnose the problem.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SU01: User Maintenance
  PA30: Maintain HR Master Data
  PA20: Display HR Master Data
  
  
  User Master Data: Ensure that the user master data is correctly maintained, including personal details, organizational assignments, and validity periods.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the HRESS015 error and implement the appropriate solution.