HRPA_ARCH240 - Personnel number &1 was destroyed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPA_ARCH -

• Message number: 240

• Message text: Personnel number &1 was destroyed

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPA_ARCH240 - Personnel number &1 was destroyed ?

  The SAP error message HRPA_ARCH240, which states "Personnel number &1 was destroyed," typically occurs in the context of personnel administration and archiving processes within the SAP Human Resources (HR) module. This error indicates that the personnel number specified has been marked for deletion or has been archived, and therefore, the system cannot retrieve or process data related to that personnel number.
  Cause:
  
  Archiving Process: The personnel number may have been archived as part of a data management strategy to reduce the size of the database. Archiving is a common practice in SAP to manage historical data.
  Deletion: The personnel record may have been logically deleted, meaning it is no longer available for processing in the system.
  Data Integrity Issues: There may be inconsistencies in the database or issues with the data integrity that lead to the personnel number being marked as destroyed.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Archiving Status: Verify if the personnel number has been archived. You can do this by checking the archiving logs or using transaction codes like SARA (Archive Administration) to see if the personnel record exists in the archive.
  Restore from Archive: If the personnel number is archived and you need to access it, you may need to restore it from the archive. This can be done using the appropriate archiving transaction.
  Review Deletion Flags: If the personnel number was deleted, check if it can be restored or if there are any flags that can be reset. This may require administrative access or assistance from your SAP HR administrator.
  Consult Documentation: Review SAP documentation or notes related to the HR module for any specific instructions or updates regarding this error message.
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists and you cannot resolve it, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance. They may provide insights or patches if this is a known issue.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SARA (for archiving), PA20 (Display HR Master Data), and PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data) to manage personnel records.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or updates related to the HRPA_ARCH240 error. You can search for notes in the SAP Support Portal.
  Data Management Policies: Review your organization's data management and archiving policies to understand how personnel records are handled and the implications of archiving or deleting records.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and address the HRPA_ARCH240 error effectively.