How To Fix /SHCM/EMPLOYEE_CAL003 - Employment ID does not exist &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SHCM/EMPLOYEE_CAL -

• Message number: 003

• Message text: Employment ID does not exist &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SHCM/EMPLOYEE_CAL003 - Employment ID does not exist & ?

  The SAP error message /SHCM/EMPLOYEE_CAL003 indicates that the Employment ID you are trying to access or process does not exist in the system. This error typically occurs in the context of SAP Human Capital Management (HCM) when dealing with employee records, particularly in the Employee Central or related modules.
  Causes:
  
  Incorrect Employment ID: The Employment ID entered may be incorrect or mistyped.
  Data Deletion: The employee record associated with the Employment ID may have been deleted or archived.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary permissions to view the employee record.
  System Configuration: There may be issues with the configuration of the HCM module or the specific application you are using.
  Integration Issues: If the data is being pulled from another system (like an external HR system), there may be integration issues causing the Employment ID not to be recognized.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Verify Employment ID: Double-check the Employment ID for any typos or errors. Ensure that you are using the correct ID format.
  Check Employee Status: Look into the employee's status to see if the record has been deleted or archived. You may need to consult with your HR department or system administrator.
  User Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to access the employee record. If not, contact your system administrator to grant the required access.
  Data Consistency Check: Run a consistency check on the employee data to ensure that all records are intact and correctly configured.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance related to the error message.
  Contact Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal IT support team for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may want to use transaction codes like PA20 (Display HR Master Data) or PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data) to check the employee records directly.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide patches or updates.
  System Logs: Review system logs for any additional error messages or warnings that could provide more context about the issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and take appropriate action to resolve it.