How To Fix FS4BPU_EMPL_MINIMSTR078 - &1 &2: Category &3 of Person External ID is not supported. (Type &4)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FS4BPU_EMPL_MINIMSTR -

• Message number: 078

• Message text: &1 &2: Category &3 of Person External ID is not supported. (Type &4)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FS4BPU_EMPL_MINIMSTR078 - &1 &2: Category &3 of Person External ID is not supported. (Type &4) ?

  The SAP error message FS4BPU_EMPL_MINIMSTR078 indicates that there is an issue with the external ID of a person in the system. This error typically arises when the system encounters an unsupported category or type for the external ID associated with a person. Here’s a breakdown of the components of the error message:
  
  
  Cause: The error is triggered when the external ID provided for a person does not match the expected categories or types defined in the system. This could be due to:
  
  An incorrect or unsupported category of the external ID.
  The external ID not being properly configured in the system.
  A mismatch between the external ID and the expected format or type.
  
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check External ID Configuration: Verify that the external ID being used is correctly configured in the system. Ensure that it matches the expected categories and types.
  Review Person Data: Look at the person’s data in the system to ensure that all required fields are filled out correctly and that the external ID is valid.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or configuration guides to understand the valid categories and types for external IDs.
  Adjust Data Entry: If the external ID is being entered manually, ensure that it is entered correctly according to the system’s requirements.
  Contact Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal IT team for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional context.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes related to employee master data management, such as PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data) or PA20 (Display HR Master Data).
  System Configuration: Review the configuration settings in the SAP system related to personnel administration and external IDs.
  
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.