How To Fix 5M234 - Personnel number rejected: Internal error: Only one entry in &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 5M - Error Messages for Denmark

• Message number: 234

• Message text: Personnel number rejected: Internal error: Only one entry in &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 5M234 - Personnel number rejected: Internal error: Only one entry in & ?

  The SAP error message 5M234 indicates that there is an issue with the personnel number being processed. The message states: "Personnel number rejected: Internal error: Only one entry in &?" This typically occurs in the context of HR or personnel administration when the system expects a unique entry for a specific personnel number but finds multiple entries or an unexpected state.
  Causes:
  
  Duplicate Entries: There may be multiple records for the same personnel number in the database, which can lead to confusion in processing.
  Data Inconsistency: The data in the infotype or related tables may be inconsistent or corrupted, causing the system to reject the personnel number.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the infotypes or the way personnel numbers are managed in the system.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to access or modify the personnel data, leading to this error.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check for Duplicates: Use transaction codes like PA20 (Display HR Master Data) or PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data) to check if there are duplicate entries for the personnel number in the relevant infotypes.
  Data Consistency Check: Run consistency checks on the HR data using transaction PU01 or PU03 to identify and resolve any inconsistencies.
  Review Configuration: Check the configuration settings for the relevant infotypes in the SAP system to ensure they are set up correctly.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access and modify the personnel data. This can be checked in transaction SU53 or by consulting with your security team.
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists after checking for duplicates and inconsistencies, it may be necessary to contact SAP support for further assistance, especially if it appears to be an internal error.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as PA20, PA30, PU01, and PU03 for managing HR data.
  SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide patches.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to personnel administration and infotype management for best practices and troubleshooting steps.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.