How To Fix /SHCM/EMPLOYEE_BL024 - Employee to be deleted does not exist.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SHCM/EMPLOYEE_BL -

• Message number: 024

• Message text: Employee to be deleted does not exist.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SHCM/EMPLOYEE_BL024 - Employee to be deleted does not exist. ?

  The SAP error message /SHCM/EMPLOYEE_BL024 Employee to be deleted does not exist typically occurs when you attempt to delete an employee record in the SAP system, but the system cannot find the specified employee. This can happen for several reasons:
  Causes:
  
  Incorrect Employee ID: The employee ID you are trying to delete may be incorrect or mistyped.
  Employee Already Deleted: The employee record may have already been deleted or does not exist in the database.
  Data Synchronization Issues: There may be issues with data synchronization between different modules or systems, leading to discrepancies.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or delete the employee record.
  Incorrect Selection Criteria: The selection criteria used to identify the employee may not match any existing records.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Verify Employee ID: Double-check the employee ID you are trying to delete to ensure it is correct.
  Check Employee Status: Use transaction codes like PA20 (Display HR Master Data) or PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data) to verify if the employee record exists and check its status.
  Review Deletion Logs: If the employee was recently deleted, check the deletion logs or audit trails to confirm the action.
  Check Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to delete employee records. Consult with your SAP security administrator if needed.
  Data Consistency Check: Run consistency checks or reports to identify any discrepancies in the employee data.
  Consult with IT Support: If the issue persists, it may be necessary to consult with your IT support team or SAP Basis team to investigate further.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as PA20, PA30, and SE16 (Data Browser) to check employee records.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to employee management and data deletion processes for best practices.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and take appropriate action to resolve it.