How To Fix LR131 - Personnel number & does not exist

LR131 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: LR - CATS: Cross-Application Time Sheet

• Message number: 131

• Message text: Personnel number & does not exist

What causes this issue?

You have specified a personnel number that has not been created in the
SAP <LS>Human Resources</> system.

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?

Choose an existing personnel number.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

LR131 - Details

• The SAP error message LR131, which states "Personnel number & does not exist," typically occurs when you are trying to access or process data related to a personnel number that the system cannot find in the database. This can happen in various contexts, such as payroll processing, employee master data maintenance, or reporting.
  Causes:
  
  Incorrect Personnel Number: The personnel number entered may be incorrect or mistyped.
  Personnel Number Not Created: The personnel number may not have been created in the system yet.
  Data Deletion: The personnel record may have been deleted or archived.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to view the personnel record.
  Incorrect Organizational Assignment: The personnel number may not be assigned to the correct organizational unit or may not be active.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Verify Personnel Number: Double-check the personnel number for any typos or errors. Ensure that you are using the correct format.
  Check Existence in the System: Use transaction codes like PA20