How To Fix HRESS_CLMS_MSG680 - E-Mail Id not maintained for the employee(&1). Mailing not possible

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRESS_CLMS_MSG - Messages for India PS localization functionalities

• Message number: 680

• Message text: E-Mail Id not maintained for the employee(&1). Mailing not possible

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRESS_CLMS_MSG680 - E-Mail Id not maintained for the employee(&1). Mailing not possible ?

  The SAP error message HRESS_CLMS_MSG680 indicates that there is no email address maintained for the employee in the system, which prevents any email-related functionality from being executed, such as sending notifications or alerts.
  Cause:
  The primary cause of this error is that the employee record does not have an email address specified in the relevant infotype. This is often found in the Infotype 0105 (Communication), where email addresses and other communication details are maintained.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to ensure that the employee's email address is correctly maintained in the system. Here are the steps to do this:
  
  
  Access the Employee's Data:
  
  Use transaction code PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data).
  Enter the employee's personnel number and select the appropriate validity date.
  
  
  
  Maintain Communication Infotype:
  
  Select Infotype 0105 (Communication).
  If the infotype does not exist, you may need to create a new record.
  Enter the email address in the relevant field (usually under the "E-mail" section).
  
  
  
  Save Changes:
  
  After entering the email address, save the changes.
  
  
  
  Verify:
  
  You can verify that the email address is now maintained by rechecking the infotype.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Infotype 0105 (Communication): This infotype is used to maintain various communication methods for an employee, including email, phone numbers, and fax numbers.
  User Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to maintain employee data in SAP.
  Data Consistency: It’s a good practice to regularly check for missing data in employee records to avoid similar issues in the future.
  Email Notifications: If your organization uses email notifications for workflows or alerts, maintaining accurate email addresses is crucial for effective communication.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and ensure that the employee's email address is properly maintained in the SAP system.