How To Fix HRPADRU_COMMON_REPS862 - Kind of work for employee is not defined

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPADRU_COMMON_REPS - HR-RU: message class for common process of HR RU reports

• Message number: 862

• Message text: Kind of work for employee is not defined

What causes this issue?

An important parameter for employment conditions is not defined for this
employee in feature <NP>331TT</> (using transaction
<DS:TRAN.PE03>PE03</>).

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Maintain feature <NP>331TT</> and define the employment conditions for
the employee.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPADRU_COMMON_REPS862 - Kind of work for employee is not defined ?

  The SAP error message HRPADRU_COMMON_REPS862 indicates that the "Kind of work for employee is not defined." This error typically arises in the context of Human Resources (HR) management within SAP, particularly when dealing with employee records and their associated work classifications.
  Cause:
  
  
  Missing Configuration: The error usually occurs when the system cannot find a defined "Kind of work" (or work type) for the employee in question. This could be due to:
  
  The work type not being set up in the system.
  The employee's record not being properly maintained or updated.
  The relevant infotype (e.g., Infotype 0001 for Organizational Assignment) not containing the necessary data.
  
  
  
  Data Entry Errors: There may be mistakes in the data entry process, such as incorrect codes or missing fields.
  
  
  Customizations: If your organization has customized the SAP HR module, there may be additional requirements or configurations that need to be addressed.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for the "Kind of work" in the SAP system. This is usually found in the IMG (Implementation Guide) under Personnel Management > Personnel Administration > Customizing Procedures > Define Kind of Work.
  Ensure that the necessary work types are defined and active.
  
  
  
  Review Employee Data:
  
  Access the employee's record using transaction codes like PA20 (Display HR Master Data) or PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data).
  Check the relevant infotypes to ensure that the "Kind of work" is correctly assigned. If it is missing, you may need to add or update the information.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation: If your organization has specific documentation or guidelines for maintaining employee records, refer to those to ensure compliance with internal processes.
  
  
  Contact Support: If the issue persists after checking the configuration and employee data, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or a consultant who specializes in SAP HR for further assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Infotypes: Familiarize yourself with the relevant infotypes that pertain to employee data, such as Infotype 0001 (Organizational Assignment) and Infotype 0002 (Personal Data).
  Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to view and edit employee records in SAP.
  SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any notes or patches related to this error message, as there may be known issues or updates that address it.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.