How To Fix 5C445 - Different SI number already exists in infotype 21 for child number &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 5C - HR: Messages for Switzerland

• Message number: 445

• Message text: Different SI number already exists in infotype 21 for child number &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 5C445 - Different SI number already exists in infotype 21 for child number &1 ?

  The SAP error message 5C445 indicates that there is a conflict with the Social Insurance (SI) number in Infotype 21 (which is typically used for employee social insurance data) for a specific child number. This error occurs when you attempt to enter or modify a record in Infotype 21, but the system finds that a different SI number already exists for the same child.
  Cause:
  
  Duplicate SI Number: The primary cause of this error is that there is already an entry in Infotype 21 for the specified child number with a different SI number.
  Incorrect Data Entry: There may have been an error in data entry, leading to the creation of multiple records for the same child with different SI numbers.
  Data Migration Issues: If data was migrated from another system, inconsistencies may have been introduced, leading to this error.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Existing Records: 
  
  Go to Infotype 21 for the employee in question and check the existing records for the specified child number. Look for any discrepancies in the SI numbers.
  
  
  
  Correct the SI Number:
  
  If you find that the SI number is incorrect, you can either update the existing record with the correct SI number or delete the incorrect record if it is not needed.
  
  
  
  Consult with HR or Data Management:
  
  If you are unsure about which SI number is correct, consult with your HR department or the team responsible for managing employee data to ensure that you are using the correct information.
  
  
  
  Use Transaction Codes:
  
  You can use transaction codes like PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data) to view and edit Infotype 21 records.
  
  
  
  Check for Data Consistency:
  
  After making changes, ensure that the data is consistent and that there are no other conflicting records.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Infotype 21: This infotype is used to store social insurance information for employees, including details about dependents and their respective SI numbers.
  Data Integrity: Maintaining data integrity is crucial in HR systems to avoid conflicts and ensure compliance with legal requirements.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message, as there may be updates or fixes provided by SAP.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be necessary to involve your SAP support team or consult SAP documentation for further troubleshooting.