How To Fix HRESS_UN005 - This record is marked for deletion

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRESS_UN - Messages for NPO specific scenarios

• Message number: 005

• Message text: This record is marked for deletion

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRESS_UN005 - This record is marked for deletion ?

  The SAP error message HRESS_UN005, which states "This record is marked for deletion," typically occurs in the context of Human Resources (HR) or Employee Self-Service (ESS) modules. This message indicates that the record you are trying to access or modify has been flagged for deletion in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Record Marked for Deletion: The most common cause is that the employee record or related data (such as a personnel action, infotype, etc.) has been marked for deletion. This can happen if an administrator or HR personnel has flagged the record intentionally as part of a data cleanup process.
  Data Integrity Issues: Sometimes, data integrity issues or inconsistencies in the database can lead to records being incorrectly marked for deletion.
  User Permissions: In some cases, the user may not have the necessary permissions to view or modify records that are marked for deletion.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Record Status: Verify the status of the record in question. You can do this by accessing the relevant infotype (e.g., IT0000 for actions, IT0001 for organizational assignment) and checking if the record is indeed marked for deletion.
  Unmark for Deletion: If you have the necessary permissions, you can unmark the record for deletion. This typically involves changing the status of the record in the infotype. You may need to consult with your HR administrator or SAP support team if you do not have the required access.
  Data Cleanup: If the record was marked for deletion as part of a data cleanup process, ensure that this action was intended. If it was a mistake, you may need to restore the record.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or your organization's internal guidelines for handling records marked for deletion.
  Contact SAP Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal IT support team for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like PA20 (Display HR Master Data) or PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data) to check the status of employee records.
  Authorization Issues: If you suspect that the issue is related to user permissions, check with your SAP security team to ensure you have the appropriate roles assigned.
  Audit Logs: Review audit logs or change logs to see if there were any recent changes made to the record that could explain why it was marked for deletion.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the HRESS_UN005 error and take appropriate action to resolve it.