How To Fix MM_PUR_SES001 - Employee &1 does not exist

MM_PUR_SES001 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MM_PUR_SES -

• Message number: 001

• Message text: Employee &1 does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MM_PUR_SES001 - Employee &1 does not exist ?

  The SAP error message MM_PUR_SES001, which states "Employee &1 does not exist," typically occurs in the context of purchasing or procurement processes when the system cannot find the employee record associated with the user or transaction. Here’s a breakdown of the cause, potential solutions, and related information:
  
  Cause:
  
  Employee Record Missing: The employee ID (represented by &1) does not exist in the SAP system. This could be due to the employee not being created in the system or being deleted.
  Incorrect Employee ID: The employee ID entered may be incorrect or misspelled.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the employee data.
  Data Synchronization Issues: If the SAP system is integrated with other systems (like HR systems), there may be synchronization issues leading to missing employee records.
  Organizational Structure Changes: Changes in the organizational structure may have led to the employee being moved or removed from the relevant organizational unit.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Verify Employee