How To Fix PWWW218 - Employee does not have an active employment status

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PWWW - HR: Internet Scenarios

• Message number: 218

• Message text: Employee does not have an active employment status

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PWWW218 - Employee does not have an active employment status ?

  The SAP error message PWWW218, which states "Employee does not have an active employment status," typically occurs in the context of HR or payroll processing within the SAP system. This error indicates that the employee record being referenced does not have a valid or active employment status, which is necessary for processing transactions related to that employee.
  Causes:
  
  Inactive Employee Record: The employee may have been terminated or is not currently active in the system.
  Incorrect Status: The employee's status may have been set to a non-active status (e.g., leave of absence, retired, etc.).
  Data Entry Errors: There may be errors in the employee's data entry, such as incorrect dates or missing information.
  Time Management Issues: If the employee is supposed to be active but is not showing as such, there may be issues with time management settings or configurations.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Employee Status: Verify the employee's status in the SAP HR module. Ensure that the employee is marked as active.
  
  Navigate to the employee's record in the SAP system (usually through transaction codes like PA20 or PA30).
  Check the "Status" field to confirm it is set to "Active."
  
  
  
  Update Employment Status: If the employee is indeed active but the status is incorrect, update the employment status accordingly.
  
  If the employee has recently returned from leave or has been re-hired, ensure that the status reflects this change.
  
  
  
  Review Employment Dates: Ensure that the employment start and end dates are correctly entered and that they align with the current date.
  
  If the employee's record has an end date that is in the past, the system will consider them inactive.
  
  
  
  Consult with HR: If you are unsure about the employee's status or how to change it, consult with your HR department or the person responsible for maintaining employee records.
  
  
  Check for System Errors: If the employee should be active but is not showing as such, there may be a system error or configuration issue. In this case, it may be necessary to involve your IT or SAP support team.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as PA20 (Display HR Master Data) and PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data) for checking and updating employee records.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to view and edit employee records in SAP.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or user manuals for more detailed instructions on managing employee statuses and resolving related errors.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the PWWW218 error and take appropriate action to resolve it.