How To Fix HRPADFR_DUCS037 - Declared unit or contract not found for &1/&2/&3/&4

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPADFR_DUCS - Message class for DUCS

• Message number: 037

• Message text: Declared unit or contract not found for &1/&2/&3/&4

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPADFR_DUCS037 - Declared unit or contract not found for &1/&2/&3/&4 ?

  The SAP error message HRPADFR_DUCS037 indicates that a declared unit or contract could not be found for the specified parameters. This error typically arises in the context of HR (Human Resources) and payroll processing, particularly when dealing with contracts or units that are expected to be present in the system but are missing or incorrectly configured.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Data: The specified unit or contract does not exist in the system. This could be due to data not being entered or incorrectly entered.
  Incorrect Parameters: The parameters (&1, &2, &3, &4) provided in the error message may not correspond to valid entries in the database.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the HR module, particularly in the areas related to contracts or units.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or access the specified unit or contract.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Data Entry: Verify that the unit or contract has been correctly entered into the system. Check the relevant infotypes (e.g., Infotype 0001 for Organizational Assignment, Infotype 0002 for Personal Data) to ensure that the data is complete and accurate.
  Validate Parameters: Review the parameters provided in the error message. Ensure that they correspond to valid entries in the system. This may involve checking the configuration tables or using transaction codes like SE16 or SE11 to look up the relevant data.
  Configuration Review: If the data appears to be correct, review the configuration settings in the HR module. Ensure that all necessary settings for contracts and units are properly configured.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user encountering the error has the necessary authorizations to access the relevant data. This may involve checking user roles and authorizations in transaction SU01.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to this specific error message for additional guidance or known issues.
  Contact Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal IT support team for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as PA20 (Display HR Master Data), PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data), and SE16 (Data Browser) to investigate the issue further.
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to HRPADFR_DUCS037 in the SAP Support Portal for any patches or updates that may address this issue.
  HR Configuration: Understanding the configuration of HR infotypes and how they relate to contracts and units can be beneficial in troubleshooting this error.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement a solution.