How To Fix HRSFEC_COD_MAPPING018 - No value mapping found for short form &1 of value &2 of EC data type &3

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRSFEC_COD_MAPPING - Message Class for Code Mapping Logic

• Message number: 018

• Message text: No value mapping found for short form &1 of value &2 of EC data type &3

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRSFEC_COD_MAPPING018 - No value mapping found for short form &1 of value &2 of EC data type &3 ?

  The SAP error message HRSFEC_COD_MAPPING018 indicates that there is a problem with value mapping in the Employee Central (EC) module. Specifically, it means that the system could not find a mapping for a specific short form of a value that is being used in the EC data type.
  Cause:
  This error typically occurs due to one of the following reasons:
  
  Missing Mapping Configuration: The short form value (e.g., an abbreviation or code) does not have a corresponding mapping defined in the system for the specified data type.
  Incorrect Data Entry: The value being used may be incorrectly entered or does not exist in the expected mapping table.
  Data Type Issues: The data type specified may not be correctly configured or may not match the expected values in the mapping configuration.
  Changes in Configuration: Recent changes in the configuration or updates to the system may have led to the removal or alteration of the mapping.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Mapping Configuration:
  
  Navigate to the relevant configuration area in SAP SuccessFactors where value mappings are defined.
  Verify that the short form value and the corresponding full value are correctly defined for the specified data type.
  
  
  
  Add Missing Mappings:
  
  If the mapping is missing, you will need to create a new mapping entry for the short form value and ensure it points to the correct full value.
  
  
  
  Validate Data Entry:
  
  Review the data being processed to ensure that the short form value is correctly entered and matches the expected values in the mapping configuration.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to the SAP SuccessFactors documentation or help resources for guidance on how to configure value mappings correctly.
  
  
  
  Test Changes:
  
  After making any changes, test the process again to ensure that the error is resolved.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to SAP Support for assistance, providing them with the error message and context.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP SuccessFactors Documentation: Check the official SAP documentation for detailed instructions on configuring value mappings in Employee Central.
  Community Forums: Engage with the SAP Community or forums where other users may have encountered similar issues and can provide insights or solutions.
  System Logs: Review system logs for additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about the issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the HRSFEC_COD_MAPPING018 error in your SAP system.