How To Fix HRMGE00GENERAL131 - Switch for CE or Management of Global Employees should be turned on

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRMGE00GENERAL - Message Class for Management of Global Employees

• Message number: 131

• Message text: Switch for CE or Management of Global Employees should be turned on

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRMGE00GENERAL131 - Switch for CE or Management of Global Employees should be turned on ?

  The SAP error message HRMGE00GENERAL131 indicates that a specific configuration setting related to the management of global employees or the Centralized Employee (CE) functionality is not activated in your SAP system. This error typically arises in the context of Human Capital Management (HCM) when trying to access features or functionalities that require this setting to be enabled.
  Cause:
  The error occurs because the system is trying to access features related to the management of global employees, but the necessary switch (or configuration) for Centralized Employee Management is not turned on. This can happen if:
  
  The configuration for managing global employees has not been set up.
  The necessary business functions or switches have not been activated in the system.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to enable the required switch in your SAP system. Here are the steps to do this:
  
  
  Access the SAP GUI: Log in to your SAP system.
  
  
  Transaction Code: Use transaction code SFW5 to access the Business Function Activation.
  
  
  Find the Relevant Business Function: Look for the business function related to Global Employee Management or Centralized Employee Management. This may vary based on your SAP version, but it is typically related to HCM or Global Employment.
  
  
  Activate the Switch: Once you find the relevant business function, activate it. Make sure to follow any prompts or instructions provided by the system.
  
  
  Transport Changes: If you are in a development environment, ensure that the changes are transported to the quality and production environments as necessary.
  
  
  Testing: After activation, test the functionality that was previously causing the error to ensure that it is now working correctly.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on the specific business functions and their implications.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional guidance or updates related to this error message.
  System Configuration: Ensure that your system is configured correctly for global employee management, including any necessary settings in the Organizational Management (OM) module.
  
  If you continue to experience issues after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or HCM functional team for further assistance.