How To Fix 5Z337 - Personnel number has not yet been transferred

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 5Z - IS-HR/PSG Public Sector Payroll - Germany

• Message number: 337

• Message text: Personnel number has not yet been transferred

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 5Z337 - Personnel number has not yet been transferred ?

  The SAP error message 5Z337, which states "Personnel number has not yet been transferred," typically occurs in the context of Human Capital Management (HCM) or Employee Central modules when there is an issue with the transfer of personnel data between systems or within the same system.
  Cause:
  
  Data Transfer Issues: The personnel number may not have been successfully transferred from one system to another (e.g., from a legacy system to SAP or between different SAP systems).
  Incomplete Data: The personnel record may not be fully created or may be missing required information, preventing the transfer from being completed.
  Integration Issues: If there are integration points with other systems (like payroll or time management), issues in those systems can prevent the personnel number from being recognized.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary permissions to view or process the personnel number.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Data Transfer Status: Verify if the personnel number has been successfully created and transferred. You can check the relevant transaction codes (like PA20 or PA30) to see if the personnel record exists.
  Review Integration Settings: If the personnel number is supposed to be transferred from another system, check the integration settings and logs to ensure that the transfer process is functioning correctly.
  Complete Missing Data: If the personnel record is incomplete, ensure that all required fields are filled out and that the record is properly saved.
  Check Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access and process the personnel number.
  Consult Logs: Look at the application logs (transaction SLG1) for any error messages or warnings that might provide more context on why the transfer has not occurred.
  Contact Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP Notes for any known issues related to this error message.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as PA20 (Display HR Master Data), PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data), and SLG1 (Application Log).
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to error 5Z337 for any specific patches or updates that may address the issue.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation on personnel administration and data transfer processes 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.