How To Fix PA135 - Applicant & does not exist for date &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PA - Recruitment Messages

• Message number: 135

• Message text: Applicant & does not exist for date &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PA135 - Applicant & does not exist for date & ?

  The SAP error message PA135 "Applicant & does not exist for date &" typically occurs in the context of the Personnel Administration (PA) module when trying to access or process data related to an applicant who is not found in the system for the specified date. This can happen in various scenarios, such as during recruitment processes or when managing applicant data.
  Causes:
  
  Incorrect Applicant ID: The applicant ID you are trying to access may be incorrect or mistyped.
  Date Mismatch: The date specified in the transaction may not correspond to the period during which the applicant was active or existed in the system.
  Data Deletion: The applicant record may have been deleted or archived, making it unavailable for the specified date.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the recruitment module or the applicant tracking system.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to view the applicant data.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Verify Applicant ID: Double-check the applicant ID you are using to ensure it is correct.
  Check Dates: Ensure that the date you are using is within the valid range for the applicant's record. You may need to check the applicant's status and the dates they were active.
  Review Data Management: If the applicant record has been deleted or archived, you may need to restore it or check with your data management team.
  Consult Configuration: If you suspect a configuration issue, consult with your SAP HR module administrator to ensure that the recruitment settings are correctly configured.
  Check Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to access the applicant data. If not, contact your system administrator to request the appropriate access.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as PA20 (Display HR Master Data) or PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data) to check applicant records.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to Personnel Administration and Recruitment to understand the data flow and management of applicant records.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal IT support team for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution.