How To Fix 5D143 - Nationality missing in data record DSME: & &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 5D - Error Messages for German Infotype Module Pools

• Message number: 143

• Message text: Nationality missing in data record DSME: & &

What causes this issue?

When DEUEV notification number &v1& was created in &v2&, the SASC field
(Nationality) could not be filled.

System Response

The notification is set to status "With Errors" and cannot be
transmitted.

How to fix this error?

Maintain the 'Nationality' field in infotype 0002 (Personal Data). Then
repeat the DEUEV notification creation.
Retroactive accounting is not necessary.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 5D143 - Nationality missing in data record DSME: & & ?

  The SAP error message 5D143, which states "Nationality missing in data record DSME: & &," typically occurs in the context of personnel administration or employee data management within the SAP system. This error indicates that the nationality field is missing for a specific data record related to the employee.
  Cause:
  The error is caused by the absence of a nationality entry in the employee's master data. This can happen due to:
  
  Incomplete data entry when creating or updating employee records.
  Data migration issues where nationality information was not transferred correctly.
  System configuration settings that require nationality information but have not been populated.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Employee Master Data:
  
  Navigate to the employee's master data record in the SAP system (usually through transaction codes like PA30 or PA40).
  Verify if the nationality field is filled in. If it is empty, you will need to enter the appropriate nationality.
  
  
  
  Update Nationality Information:
  
  If the nationality is missing, update the employee's record with the correct nationality information.
  Ensure that the nationality code used is valid and exists in the system.
  
  
  
  Data Migration Review:
  
  If this error occurred during a data migration process, review the migration files to ensure that nationality data was included and correctly mapped to the corresponding fields in SAP.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration Settings:
  
  Review the configuration settings in the SAP system to ensure that nationality is a required field for the relevant infotypes (e.g., Infotype 0002 - Personal Data).
  If necessary, consult with your SAP HR configuration team to adjust the settings.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary updates, test the changes by attempting to save or process the employee record again to ensure that the error no longer appears.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Infotypes: In SAP HR, nationality is typically stored in Infotype 0002 (Personal Data). Ensure that this infotype is correctly maintained.
  Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to employee master data.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files for more detailed information on handling employee data and specific error messages.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or refer to SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.