How To Fix 5U013 - Personnel number does not exist

5U013 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 5U - HR US: Messages

• Message number: 013

• Message text: Personnel number does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 5U013 - Personnel number does not exist ?

  The SAP error message 5U013: Personnel number does not exist typically occurs when you are trying to access or process data related to a personnel number (employee ID) that the system cannot find in the database. This can happen in various SAP modules, particularly in Human Capital Management (HCM) or Payroll.
  Causes:
  
  Incorrect Personnel Number: The personnel number you are trying to use may be incorrect or mistyped.
  Personnel Number Not Created: The personnel number may not have been created in the system yet.
  Personnel Number Deleted: The personnel number may have been deleted or marked as inactive.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or process the personnel number.
  Data Synchronization Issues: If the system is integrated with other systems, there may be synchronization issues leading to the personnel number not being recognized.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Verify Personnel Number: Double-check the personnel number for any typos or errors. Ensure that you are using the