CTE_HCM_EMPLOYEE015 - Employee &1 could not be set to inactive manually.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CTE_HCM_EMPLOYEE - Concur Integration: HCM Messages

• Message number: 015

• Message text: Employee &1 could not be set to inactive manually.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CTE_HCM_EMPLOYEE015 - Employee &1 could not be set to inactive manually. ?

  The SAP error message CTE_HCM_EMPLOYEE015 indicates that an attempt was made to set an employee's status to inactive manually, but the system has prevented this action. This error typically arises in the context of Human Capital Management (HCM) when there are specific conditions or configurations that do not allow an employee to be set to inactive.
  Causes:
  
  
  Employee Status Restrictions: The employee may be in a status that does not allow for manual deactivation. For example, if the employee is currently active in a payroll run or has pending actions, the system may restrict changes.
  
  
  Time Management Settings: If the employee has open time records or is involved in ongoing time management processes, the system may prevent the status change.
  
  
  Organizational Structure: The employee may be linked to an organizational unit or position that has restrictions on status changes.
  
  
  Legal or Compliance Reasons: There may be legal or compliance-related reasons that prevent the employee from being set to inactive, such as ongoing investigations or pending legal matters.
  
  
  Configuration Settings: Custom configurations in the SAP system may impose restrictions on changing employee statuses.
  
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Employee Status: Review the current status of the employee in the system. Ensure that there are no pending actions or processes that would prevent the status change.
  
  
  Review Time Records: Check if there are any open time records or time management processes that need to be completed or closed before changing the employee's status.
  
  
  Organizational Unit Review: Verify the employee's organizational unit and position to ensure there are no restrictions in place that would prevent the status change.
  
  
  Consult with HR or Compliance: If there are legal or compliance issues, consult with the HR department or legal team to understand the implications of changing the employee's status.
  
  
  System Configuration: If you suspect that the issue is related to system configuration, consult with your SAP administrator or technical team to review the settings and make necessary adjustments.
  
  
  Use Alternative Methods: If manual deactivation is not possible, consider using alternative methods to manage the employee's status, such as processing a termination or transfer if applicable.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data) and PA40 (Personnel Actions) to manage employee records.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes and Knowledge Base Articles for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to employee status management and HCM processes for best practices and guidelines.
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, it may be beneficial to engage with SAP support for further assistance.