How To Fix PA045 - No entry has been selected with key & & &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PA - Recruitment Messages

• Message number: 045

• Message text: No entry has been selected with key & & &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PA045 - No entry has been selected with key & & & ?

  The SAP error message PA045 ("No entry has been selected with key & & &") typically occurs in the context of the Personnel Administration (PA) module when the system is unable to find a specific entry in the database that matches the provided key. This key usually consists of fields such as personnel number, infotype, and subtype.
  Causes:
  
  Incorrect Personnel Number: The personnel number entered may not exist in the system.
  Infotype/Subtype Issues: The infotype or subtype specified may not have any entries for the given personnel number.
  Data Deletion: The data might have been deleted or archived, making it unavailable for retrieval.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to view the data for the specified personnel number.
  Incorrect Key Format: The key format may not be correct, leading to a mismatch in the search criteria.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Verify Personnel Number: Check if the personnel number entered is correct and exists in the system.
  Check Infotype/Subtype: Ensure that the infotype and subtype you are trying to access have entries for the specified personnel number.
  Data Retrieval: If the data has been archived, you may need to retrieve it from the archive or check with your data management team.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to access the data. You may need to contact your SAP security team.
  Correct Key Format: Make sure that the key is entered in the correct format as required by the system.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You can use transaction codes like PA20 (Display HR Master Data) or PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data) to check the entries for the personnel number.
  Infotypes: Familiarize yourself with the relevant infotypes (e.g., 0000, 0001, 0002) that you are trying to access.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Debugging: If you have access, you can debug the program to see where the error is occurring, which may provide more insight into the issue.
  
  If the problem persists after checking these aspects, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or refer to SAP documentation for further assistance.