How To Fix HRPADRUREPORTS018 - Employee does not have awards data in the current period

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPADRUREPORTS - HR-RU: message class for HR RU reports

• Message number: 018

• Message text: Employee does not have awards data in the current period

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPADRUREPORTS018 - Employee does not have awards data in the current period ?

  The SAP error message HRPADRUREPORTS018 indicates that the employee you are trying to process does not have any awards data for the specified period. This error typically arises when generating reports related to employee awards, bonuses, or similar recognition programs.
  Cause:
  
  No Awards Data: The employee in question may not have been awarded any bonuses or recognitions during the specified reporting period.
  Incorrect Reporting Period: The period you are trying to report on may not align with the periods in which awards were granted.
  Data Entry Issues: There may be issues with how the awards data was entered or recorded in the system.
  Employee Status: The employee may not be active or may have been terminated, which could affect their eligibility for awards during the reporting period.
  
  Solution:
  
  Verify Awards Data: Check the awards data for the employee in the relevant infotype (e.g., Infotype 0015 for Incentive Wage Types) to confirm whether any awards exist for the specified period.
  Check Reporting Period: Ensure that the reporting period you are using is correct and that it matches the periods in which awards were granted.
  Review Employee Status: Confirm the employee's current status in the system. If they are inactive or have left the company, they may not have awards data for the current period.
  Data Entry Review: If you suspect data entry issues, review the entries for accuracy and completeness. Ensure that all relevant awards have been recorded properly.
  Consult with HR: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consult with your HR department or the person responsible for maintaining employee awards data to ensure that everything is up to date.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Infotypes: Familiarize yourself with the relevant infotypes related to awards and bonuses, such as Infotype 0015 (Bonus Payments) or any custom infotypes your organization may use.
  Reporting Tools: Understand the reporting tools and transaction codes used to generate awards reports in SAP, such as transaction codes for HR reporting.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or updates related to this error message, as there may be patches or updates that address specific problems.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and take appropriate action to resolve it.