How To Fix HRTIM00BLPEMPL018 - Personnel number &1 is not active between &2 and &3

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRTIM00BLPEMPL - TMW: Employee-Related Errors in Business Logic Processor

• Message number: 018

• Message text: Personnel number &1 is not active between &2 and &3

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRTIM00BLPEMPL018 - Personnel number &1 is not active between &2 and &3 ?

  The SAP error message HRTIM00BLPEMPL018 indicates that the personnel number specified is not active during the date range provided. This typically occurs in the context of time management or payroll processing when the system is trying to access or manipulate data for an employee who is not currently active in the system for the specified period.
  Cause:
  
  Inactive Personnel Number: The personnel number may not be active due to various reasons such as termination, leave of absence, or the employee being on a different status that does not allow for processing during the specified dates.
  Date Range: The date range provided in the error message may fall outside the active employment period of the employee. For example, if the employee was terminated before the start date or has not yet started before the end date.
  Data Entry Errors: There may be a mistake in the personnel number or the dates entered in the transaction.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Employee Status: Verify the status of the employee in the SAP system. You can do this by checking the employee's master data (PA30 transaction) to see if the employee is active and to confirm their employment dates.
  Adjust Date Range: If the date range is incorrect, adjust it to fall within the active employment period of the employee.
  Review Employment Records: If the employee has been terminated or is on leave, ensure that the necessary actions are taken to either reactivate the employee or to process the payroll or time management actions accordingly.
  Correct Personnel Number: Ensure that the personnel number entered is correct and corresponds to the intended employee.
  Consult with HR: If there are discrepancies in the employee's status or if further clarification is needed, consult with the HR department to ensure that the employee's records are up to date.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data) to check the employee's status and PA20 (Display HR Master Data) for viewing the employee's records.
  Infotypes: Check relevant infotypes such as IT0000 (Actions), IT0001 (Organizational Assignment), and IT0002 (Personal Data) to understand the employee's current status and history.
  SAP Notes: Look for any relevant SAP Notes or documentation that may provide additional insights or solutions related to this error message.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and ensure that the employee's data is correctly processed in the SAP system.