How To Fix HRPAYFR_DSN204 - No employee found

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPAYFR_DSN - Message class for DSN

• Message number: 204

• Message text: No employee found

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPAYFR_DSN204 - No employee found ?

  The SAP error message HRPAYFR_DSN204: No employee found typically occurs in the context of payroll processing or when trying to access employee-related data in the SAP HR module. This error indicates that the system could not find an employee record that matches the criteria specified in the transaction or report you are trying to execute.
  Causes:
  
  Incorrect Employee Number: The employee number entered may be incorrect or does not exist in the system.
  Data Deletion: The employee record may have been deleted or archived.
  Selection Criteria: The selection criteria used in the report or transaction may be too restrictive, leading to no matching records.
  Organizational Assignment: The employee may not be assigned to the correct organizational unit or may not be active in the payroll system.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to view the employee's data.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Verify Employee Number: Double-check the employee number you are using to ensure it is correct.
  Check Employee Status: Ensure that the employee is active and has not been terminated or archived.
  Review Selection Criteria: If you are running a report, review the selection criteria to ensure they are not too restrictive. Try broadening the criteria.
  Check Organizational Assignment: Verify that the employee is correctly assigned to the relevant organizational unit and that their data is complete.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to access the employee's data. Consult with your SAP security administrator if needed.
  Data Consistency: Run consistency checks in the HR module to ensure that there are no data inconsistencies affecting employee records.
  
  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 the employee's record directly.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  HR Module Configuration: Review the configuration settings in the HR module to ensure everything is set up correctly for employee records and payroll processing.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting the SAP community for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution.