How To Fix HRPADUALP_CE003 - Organizational structure does not exist: &1-&2 in period &3-&4

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPADUALP_CE - Messages of infotype 1656 (Legal Properties)

• Message number: 003

• Message text: Organizational structure does not exist: &1-&2 in period &3-&4

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPADUALP_CE003 - Organizational structure does not exist: &1-&2 in period &3-&4 ?

  The SAP error message HRPADUALP_CE003 indicates that the organizational structure you are trying to access or process does not exist for the specified period. This error typically arises in the context of HR (Human Resources) and payroll processing when the system cannot find the relevant organizational data for the specified time frame.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Organizational Structure: The organizational unit (e.g., company code, personnel area, or personnel subarea) specified in the error message does not exist in the system for the given period.
  Incorrect Time Frame: The period specified in the error message may not be valid or may not have been set up correctly in the system.
  Data Migration Issues: If data has been migrated from another system, there may be inconsistencies or missing entries in the organizational structure.
  Configuration Issues: The organizational structure may not have been configured properly in the SAP system.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Organizational Structure:
  
  Verify that the organizational unit specified in the error message exists in the system. You can do this by navigating to the relevant configuration areas in SAP (e.g., transaction code OX02 for company codes, OX03 for personnel areas).
  
  
  
  Validate Time Period:
  
  Ensure that the time period specified in the error message is valid and that the organizational structure is active during that period. You can check this in the relevant infotypes (e.g., infotype 0001 for organizational assignment).
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration settings for the organizational structure in the SAP system. Ensure that all necessary organizational units are defined and active.
  
  
  
  Data Consistency Check:
  
  If data migration has occurred, perform a consistency check to ensure that all necessary organizational data has been migrated correctly.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to the specific error message for additional guidance or known issues.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as OX02 (for company codes), OX03 (for personnel areas), and PA20 (to view HR master data).
  Infotypes: Understand the relevant infotypes that may be involved, such as infotype 0001 (Organizational Assignment) and infotype 0002 (Personal Data).
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to HR and organizational structure issues for any patches or updates that may resolve the problem.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.