How To Fix HRPIQET031 - Work contract &1 does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPIQET - External Academic Work/Grades/Credits/Qualifications

• Message number: 031

• Message text: Work contract &1 does not exist

What causes this issue?

Work contract &V1& is not in table &V4&.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Check your entry.

Procedure for System Administrators

Create the missing work contracts in Customizing for <LS>Student
Lifecycle Management</> under <LS>Master Data in Student Lifecycle
Management</> -> <LS>Students</> -> <LS>Employment</> ->
<DS:SIMG.CM_XX_1530>Set Up Employer Work Contracts</>.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPIQET031 - Work contract &1 does not exist ?

  The SAP error message HRPIQET031 indicates that the system cannot find a work contract associated with the specified identifier (represented by &1). This error typically occurs in the context of SAP Human Capital Management (HCM) or SAP Employee Self-Service (ESS) when trying to access or process information related to an employee's work contract.
  Causes:
  
  Non-Existent Work Contract: The work contract ID you are trying to access does not exist in the system.
  Incorrect Input: The identifier entered may be incorrect due to typographical errors or incorrect data entry.
  Data Deletion: The work contract may have been deleted or archived, making it unavailable for access.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary permissions to view the work contract.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the system that prevent the retrieval of work contract data.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Verify Work Contract ID: Double-check the work contract ID you are using to ensure it is correct. Look for any typographical errors.
  Check Existence in Database: Use transaction codes like PA20 (Display HR Master Data) or PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data) to check if the work contract exists in the system.
  Review Deletion/Archiving: If the work contract was deleted or archived, consult with your HR or system administrator to see if it can be restored or if there is an alternative way to access the information.
  Check User Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to access the work contract data. If not, contact your system administrator to request the appropriate permissions.
  Consult Configuration: If the issue persists, consult with your SAP HCM configuration team to ensure that the system is set up correctly to handle work contracts.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as PA20, PA30, and others related to HR data management.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. SAP Notes can provide additional context or solutions.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to work contracts and employee data management for further insights into how work contracts are managed within the system.
  
  If the problem continues after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to escalate the issue to your SAP support team or consult with SAP support for further assistance.