How To Fix HRPIQ000077 - No applicant master data exists; create master data first

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPIQ000 - Messages in Development Class PMIQ

• Message number: 077

• Message text: No applicant master data exists; create master data first

What causes this issue?

No master data exists for the applicant.

System Response

The applicant cannot be selected.

How to fix this error?

Create master data for the applicant.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPIQ000077 - No applicant master data exists; create master data first ?

  The SAP error message HRPIQ000077 indicates that there is no applicant master data available in the system for the operation you are trying to perform. This typically occurs in the context of the SAP Human Capital Management (HCM) module, particularly in the area of recruitment and applicant management.
  Cause:
  The error is triggered when:
  
  You attempt to access or process an applicant's data, but the system cannot find any existing master data for that applicant.
  The applicant has not been created in the system, or the data has not been properly saved or maintained.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Create Applicant Master Data:
  
  Navigate to the relevant transaction for creating applicant data (e.g., using transaction code PA30 for maintaining HR master data).
  Ensure that you enter all required fields to create a new applicant record.
  Save the record after entering the necessary information.
  
  
  
  Check Existing Data:
  
  If you believe the applicant data should exist, verify that you are using the correct identification (e.g., applicant ID).
  Use transaction codes like PB10 (to create an applicant) or PB20 (to display applicant data) to check if the applicant has been created.
  
  
  
  Data Consistency:
  
  Ensure that there are no inconsistencies in the data. Sometimes, data might not be saved correctly due to missing mandatory fields or validation errors.
  
  
  
  Authorization:
  
  Check if you have the necessary authorizations to view or create applicant data. Lack of proper permissions can also lead to issues in accessing data.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or your organization's internal guidelines for creating and managing applicant data to ensure compliance with the required processes.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If the issue persists after following the above steps, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP HCM expert for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  PB10: Create Applicant
  PB20: Display Applicant
  PA30: Maintain HR Master Data
  
  
  
  SAP Notes and Documentation:
  
  Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to applicant management.
  Review the SAP Help Portal for detailed guidance on managing applicant data.
  
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the HRPIQ000077 error and successfully manage applicant master data in your SAP system.