How To Fix /SHCM/EMPLOYEE_BL011 - Employment status &1 is invalid.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SHCM/EMPLOYEE_BL -

• Message number: 011

• Message text: Employment status &1 is invalid.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SHCM/EMPLOYEE_BL011 - Employment status &1 is invalid. ?

  The SAP error message /SHCM/EMPLOYEE_BL011 Employment status &1 is invalid typically occurs in the context of the SAP Human Capital Management (HCM) module, particularly when dealing with employee data. This error indicates that the employment status being referenced is not recognized or is invalid in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Employment Status: The employment status code being used does not exist in the system or is not configured correctly.
  Data Entry Error: There may be a typographical error in the employment status field.
  Configuration Issues: The employment status may not be properly defined in the system configuration (e.g., in the relevant infotypes).
  Missing Authorizations: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or modify the employment status.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Employment Status Codes:
  
  Verify the employment status code being used. Ensure that it is correctly entered and exists in the system.
  You can check the valid employment status codes in the configuration settings of the HCM module.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings in SAP (transaction code SPRO) and navigate to the relevant section for defining employment statuses.
  Ensure that the employment status is correctly defined and active.
  
  
  
  Correct Data Entry:
  
  If the error is due to a data entry mistake, correct the employment status in the relevant infotype (e.g., Infotype 0000 - Actions).
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access and modify employee data, including employment status.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for more detailed information on employment status configuration and management.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP HCM expert for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Infotypes: Employment status is typically managed in specific infotypes, such as Infotype 0000 (Actions) and Infotype 0001 (Organizational Assignment).
  Transaction Codes: Common transaction codes related to employee data management include PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data) and PA40 (Personnel Actions).
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues or provide additional guidance related to employment status errors.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement the appropriate solution.