How To Fix HRPADUN_GEN302 - Unknown contract status: &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPADUN_GEN - Messages for UN Developement

• Message number: 302

• Message text: Unknown contract status: &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPADUN_GEN302 - Unknown contract status: &1 ?

  The SAP error message HRPADUN_GEN302, which states "Unknown contract status: &1," typically occurs in the context of HR (Human Resources) and payroll processing. This error indicates that the system has encountered a contract status that it does not recognize or that is not defined in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Contract Status: The contract status being referenced (represented by &1) is not defined in the system or is incorrectly configured.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the employee master data or contract data that lead to the system not being able to interpret the status correctly.
  Custom Development: If there are custom developments or enhancements in the system, they might not be handling certain contract statuses properly.
  Missing Configuration: The necessary configuration for contract statuses may not have been set up in the system.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration: 
  
  Go to the configuration settings for contract statuses in the SAP system (usually found in the IMG under Personnel Administration or Payroll).
  Ensure that the contract status in question is defined and correctly configured.
  
  
  
  Review Employee Data:
  
  Check the employee master data for any inconsistencies or errors related to contract status.
  Ensure that the contract status assigned to the employee is valid and corresponds to the defined statuses in the system.
  
  
  
  Debugging:
  
  If you have access to debugging tools, you can trace the program or function module that is generating this error to identify where the unknown status is being referenced.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to HR contract statuses to ensure that you are following the correct procedures.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists and you cannot find a resolution, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance. Provide them with the error message details and any relevant context.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may want to use transaction codes like PA20 (Display HR Master Data) or PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data) to check employee records.
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that might address this specific error or provide additional insights.
  User Forums: Consider checking SAP community forums or user groups for similar issues and solutions shared by other users.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.