How To Fix FS4BPU_EMPL_MINIMSTR094 - &1 &2: External ID &3 differs from &4. Change is not allowed.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FS4BPU_EMPL_MINIMSTR -

• Message number: 094

• Message text: &1 &2: External ID &3 differs from &4. Change is not allowed.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FS4BPU_EMPL_MINIMSTR094 - &1 &2: External ID &3 differs from &4. Change is not allowed. ?

  The SAP error message FS4BPU_EMPL_MINIMSTR094 typically occurs in the context of employee master data management, particularly when there is a discrepancy between the external ID of an employee and the internal ID or another related identifier. This error indicates that the external ID being used does not match the expected value, which can prevent changes from being made to the employee's data.
  Cause:
  
  Mismatch of External IDs: The external ID provided in the transaction does not match the external ID stored in the system for that employee. This can happen if the external ID was changed or incorrectly entered.
  Data Synchronization Issues: If the employee data is being synchronized between different systems (e.g., between SAP and an external HR system), discrepancies can arise if the data is not consistent.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be configuration issues in the system that lead to incorrect validation of external IDs.
  
  Solution:
  
  Verify External IDs: Check the external ID being used in the transaction against the employee's master data in SAP. Ensure that the external ID matches the expected value.
  Update External ID: If the external ID has changed, update it in the relevant system or transaction to ensure consistency.
  Check Data Synchronization: If the data is being synchronized from another system, ensure that the synchronization process is functioning correctly and that the data is consistent across systems.
  Consult Documentation: Review SAP documentation or notes related to employee master data management for any specific guidelines or updates that may address this issue.
  Contact Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal IT team for further assistance, especially if it involves complex data integration scenarios.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data) or PA40 (Personnel Actions) to manage employee data.
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to FS4BPU_EMPL_MINIMSTR094 for any patches or updates that may resolve known issues.
  Data Consistency Checks: Implement regular data consistency checks to ensure that external IDs and other identifiers remain synchronized across systems.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.