How To Fix HRPADCN117 - Employee &1's contract is already terminated on &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPADCN - Message class China Master Data

• Message number: 117

• Message text: Employee &1's contract is already terminated on &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPADCN117 - Employee &1's contract is already terminated on &2 ?

  The SAP error message HRPADCN117 indicates that an attempt is being made to perform an action on an employee's contract that has already been terminated. This error typically arises in the context of personnel administration or payroll processing when trying to modify or access data related to an employee whose employment contract is no longer active.
  Cause:
  
  Contract Termination: The employee's contract has been officially terminated in the system on the specified date (&2).
  Incorrect Data Entry: There may be an attempt to process actions (like changes in payroll, position, or other personnel actions) for an employee whose status is already set to terminated.
  Timing Issues: The action being attempted may be outside the valid date range of the employee's contract.
  
  Solution:
  
  Verify Employee Status: Check the employee's status in the system to confirm that the contract is indeed terminated. You can do this by reviewing the employee's personnel file or contract details.
  Review Action Dates: Ensure that any actions you are trying to perform are within the valid employment period. If the action is intended to be performed before the termination date, you may need to adjust the date accordingly.
  Reopen Contract: If the action is necessary and the contract needs to be reopened, you may need to reverse the termination process, depending on your organization's policies and procedures.
  Consult with HR: If you are unsure about the next steps or if the termination was made in error, consult with your HR department for guidance on how to proceed.
  Check for Related Transactions: Ensure that there are no pending transactions or actions that need to be completed before the termination can be finalized.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes in SAP for personnel administration, such as PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data) or PA40 (Personnel Actions).
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation or help files related to personnel administration for further insights into handling employee contract statuses.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the appropriate permissions to view and modify employee records, as restrictions may lead to errors when attempting to access terminated contracts.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to address the HRPADCN117 error effectively.