How To Fix 5Z454 - Alternative personnel number cannot be accessed

5Z454 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 454

• Message text: Alternative personnel number cannot be accessed

What causes this issue?

The reference links to another personnel number for which no
<ZH>Personal Data</> infotype (0002) exists in the system.

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?

Check the specified personnel number.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 5Z454 - Alternative personnel number cannot be accessed ?

  The SAP error message 5Z454, "Alternative personnel number cannot be accessed," typically occurs in the context of personnel administration or payroll processing when the system is unable to retrieve or access the alternative personnel number associated with an employee. This can happen for various reasons, and understanding the cause is crucial for finding a solution.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Data: The alternative personnel number may not be maintained in the system for the employee in question.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the alternative personnel number.
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies or errors in the employee master data that prevent access to the alternative personnel number.
  
  Configuration Issues: The system configuration may not be set up correctly to handle alternative personnel numbers.
  Technical Issues: There could be underlying technical issues, such as database problems or system errors.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Employee Master Data: Verify that the alternative personnel number is correctly maintained in the