How To Fix U0018 - Check & does not exist for this employee

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: U0 - Correction checks, on demand checks

• Message number: 018

• Message text: Check & does not exist for this employee

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message U0018 - Check & does not exist for this employee ?

  The SAP error message U0018 "Check & does not exist for this employee" typically occurs in the context of payroll processing or when trying to access payroll-related information for an employee. This error indicates that the system cannot find a payroll check or payment record for the specified employee.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Payroll Data: The employee may not have any payroll data for the period in question, meaning no checks have been generated.
  Incorrect Employee Number: The employee number entered may be incorrect or does not exist in the system.
  Check Not Created: The payroll process may not have been completed successfully, resulting in no check being created for the employee.
  Data Deletion: The payroll check data may have been deleted or archived, making it unavailable for retrieval.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary permissions to view the payroll data for that employee.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Verify Employee Number: Double-check the employee number entered to ensure it is correct.
  Check Payroll Status: Ensure that the payroll process has been completed for the relevant period. You can do this by checking the payroll results for the employee.
  Run Payroll: If the payroll has not been processed, run the payroll for the employee to generate the necessary checks.
  Review Data: Check if the payroll data for the employee exists in the system. You can do this by accessing the relevant infotypes (e.g., IT0008 for basic pay).
  Check Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to access payroll data for the employee. If not, contact your system administrator.
  Consult with HR/Payroll Team: If the issue persists, consult with your HR or payroll team to investigate further. They may have insights into any recent changes or issues affecting payroll processing.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like PA20 (Display HR Master Data) or PC00_MXX_CALC (Payroll Calculation) to check employee data and payroll results.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files for more detailed information on payroll processing and error handling.
  
  If the problem continues after trying these solutions, it may be necessary to involve your SAP support team or consult SAP's support resources for further assistance.