How To Fix 5N818 - Recall of NSI (Retroactive); include in personnel action

5N818 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 5N - HR NL: Error Messages for Infotype Module Pools (NL)

• Message number: 818

• Message text: Recall of NSI (Retroactive); include in personnel action

What causes this issue?

You can recall a retroactive technical personnel action by changing the
HR master data. We, however, recommend that you include such changes in
a personnel action and execute this action.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

5N818 - Details

• The SAP error message 5N818, which pertains to the recall of Non-SAP Information (NSI) retroactively, typically occurs in the context of personnel actions in Human Capital Management (HCM) modules. This error can arise when there are inconsistencies or issues with the data being processed in relation to personnel actions, particularly when trying to retroactively adjust or recall information.
  
  Cause:
  
  Data Inconsistencies: The error may occur if there are inconsistencies in the employee's master data or infotypes that are being referenced during the personnel action.
  Missing Information: Required fields or information may be missing in the personnel action that is necessary for processing the recall.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be configuration issues in the system related to the handling of retroactive changes or recalls.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to perform the action being attempted.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Data Consistency: Review the employee's master data and infotypes to ensure that all required information is